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Oldesteinen Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Bremanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Oldesteinen Lighthouse

Oldesteinen lighthouse is a metal structure standing 12 meters tall, built in 1949. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal every 4 seconds, visible for 8.6 nautical miles. Its focal height reaches 5.5 meters above sea level. The lighthouse features a lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles. The station was first established in 1931, with the current light built on its present site in 1949. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the northern entrance to the Oldersund.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 4s
Focal Height
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1949

Significant events: Station established 1931, Current light built 1949

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Color
black
Material
metal

Structure: lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles

Location

City
Bremanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
off the east side of Frøya, marking the northern entrance to the Oldersund
Latitude
61.7926°
Longitude
4.8978°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dyrstad(7.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L0398
NGA No.
5344
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Oldesteinen Lighthouse at night?+
Oldesteinen displays the characteristic Oc 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 Oldesteinen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Oldesteinen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kalvåg at 1.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Iglandsvik (2.6 NM NNE), Dyrstad (7.6 NM E), Vågsvåg (9.5 NM NNE), Måløy (10.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Oldesteinen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Oldesteinen 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 Oldesteinen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Oldesteinen 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.