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Olderkalven Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Solund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Olderkalven Lighthouse

An octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, sits atop four straight piles on a skerry east of Olderkalven island. This active lighthouse emits a flashing white, red, and green light every four seconds, guiding vessels through the intricate coastal passages. Its focal height is 5 meters, with a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse's site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed. Its nearest port is Lutelandet, 9.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels away from shallow waters and rocky outcrops surrounding Olderkalven island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W/R/G 4s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Solund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Located on a skerry off the east side of the island of Olderkalven, about 5 km northeast of the northern point of Ytre Sula.
Latitude
61.1243°
Longitude
4.7416°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lutelandet(9.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L0167
NGA No.
4740

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: An octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, is mounted on four straight piles.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Olderkalven Lighthouse at night?+
Olderkalven displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Olderkalven Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Olderkalven Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ytrøy at 3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Solund (4.4 NM SE), Lutelandet (10 NM NE), BULANDET (10.1 NM NNW), Eivindvik (13 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Olderkalven Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Olderkalven Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Olderkalven Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Olderkalven Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.