Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Osparøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Bømlo, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Osparøy Lighthouse

Osparøy lighthouse is a 6-meter concrete post topped with a lantern and gallery. Painted white with a red lantern roof, it stands 8.5 meters above sea level. The light emits a white, red, or green signal, changing every 2 seconds depending on the bearing. This structure is located on a small island east of Robbestadneset, within the Bømlo municipality. It guides vessels navigating the complex waterways of the Bømlo archipelago.

Why it matters: Its directional, color-changing light provides precise guidance through hazardous island passages, essential for local fishing and recreational traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc W R G 2s
Focal Height
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Location

City
Bømlo
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
an island off Robbestadneset, on the east coast of Bømlo
Latitude
59.8176°
Longitude
5.2839°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rubbestadneset(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
B3741
NGA No.
3288
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Osparøy Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Norway, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Osparøy Lighthouse at night?+
Osparøy displays the characteristic Oc 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 Osparøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Osparøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rubbestadneset at 0.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Leirvik (7.1 NM ESE), Stord (7.2 NM ESE), Stord base (7.3 NM SE), Brandasund (7.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Osparøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Osparøy 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 Osparøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Osparøy 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.