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Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇳🇴Osen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse

The Osen Lighthouses are situated on an island about 1 km west of Ytre Skjervøy, Norway, in the Trøndelag region. This fiberglass tower stands 6 meters tall and emits a white light with a single flash every 10 seconds. Its focal height reaches 11 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The current round, red tower structure replaced an older 7-meter square tower. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels through the local waters near Ytre Skjervøy, an area with numerous islands and hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced an older 7m square tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands

Location

City
Osen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
An island approximately 1 km west of Ytre Skjervøy, Norway, guiding navigation in coastal waters.
Latitude
64.2930°
Longitude
10.2445°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sandviksberget(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L1694
NGA No.
8460
ARLHS No.
NOR-147
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Osen Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sandviksberget at 5.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Sandvika (5.6 NM ENE), Vingsand (6.7 NM ENE), Brandsfjord (7.1 NM SSE), Stokksund (16.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Osen Lighthouses 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.
What shipping routes pass near Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Osen Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Osen Lighthouses 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.