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Omsundet Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Kristiansund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Omsundet Lighthouse

This 5-meter concrete post lighthouse is painted white and topped with a lantern and gallery that has a red roof. It stands on a skerry in the Omsund, a narrow passage east of Kristiansund between the islands of Nordlandet and Frei. The lighthouse displays an occulting white, red, or green light on a 6-second cycle. Its focal height is 5 meters, with a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light precisely warns mariners of dangers and guides them through the intricate channels of this busy waterway, preventing groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Kristiansund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry in the Omsund, a narrow passage between the islands of Nordlandet and Frei, east of Kristiansund.
Latitude
63.1070°
Longitude
7.8488°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Frei(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L1048
NGA No.
6720

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

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 Omsundet Lighthouse at night?+
Omsundet displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Omsundet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Omsundet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kristiansund at 2.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Averøy (5.9 NM WSW), Høgset (8.8 NM SSW), Grip (9.4 NM NW), Halsa (10.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Omsundet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Omsundet 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 Omsundet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Omsundet 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.