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Ombo Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Stavanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ombo Lighthouse

Located on a headland on Ombo island's northwest section, near Stavanger, is the Ombo lighthouse. The structure is a square tower made of wood, 6 meters high, painted white, and features a lantern and gallery. Its light source is positioned 19.5 meters above sea level. The apparatus produces a flashing sequence of white, red, or green light every two seconds. This light is observable up to 13 nautical miles away. The present tower superseded a former 6-meter square wooden edifice.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for safe passage around the sizable Ombo island, especially for ships entering or leaving its northwest area. The directional light, indicated by color changes within its sectors, offers specific direction, assisting vessels in bypassing hazards within the intricate coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 2s
Focal Height
19.5m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of an older 6m square wood tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ombo(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
B3350
NGA No.
2440

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Stavanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
headland on the northwest side of the large island of Ombo
Latitude
59.2744°
Longitude
5.9247°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ombo Lighthouse at night?+
Ombo displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 2s. 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 Ombo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ombo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ombo at 2.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Jelsa (5.8 NM NNE), Skiftun (6.4 NM E), Judaberg (6.4 NM SSW), Hjelmeland (7.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ombo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ombo 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 Ombo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ombo 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.