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Ortneset Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 3s🇳🇴Gulen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ortneset Lighthouse

A white fiberglass tower with two black horizontal bands and a red roof marks Ortneset. Standing 6 meters tall, it has a focal height of 11 meters and emits a green flash every 3 seconds. This structure replaced an older square skeletal tower. Located on a headland west of the Risnefjord entrance from the Sognfjord, it offers a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near Gulen in Norway's Vestland region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels through the junction of the Risnefjord and Sognfjord, with its light providing precise warnings about the headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of older square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Leirvik(6.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L0082
NGA No.
4528

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands, red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands; roof is red

Location

City
Gulen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Headland on the west side of the entrance to the Risnefjord from the Sognfjord
Latitude
61.0322°
Longitude
5.4660°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ortneset Lighthouse at night?+
Ortneset displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 3s — 2 green flashes every 3 seconds. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ortneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ortneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leirvik i Hyllestad at 6.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Rutledal (7.5 NM WNW), Matre - Masfjorden (9.4 NM SSE), Hyllestad (9.7 NM NNW), Listraumen (9.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ortneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ortneset 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 Ortneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ortneset 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.