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Ospenes Lighthouse

Iso White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Bremanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ospenes Lighthouse

The Ospenes lighthouse is a 4-meter cylindrical stone structure situated on the north side of the Gulen fjord entrance. It features a lantern and stands on a stone base. Its focal height reaches 5.5 meters, and it emits an isophase white, red, or green light on a 4-second cycle. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 8.6 nautical miles. It is located near Bremanger in the Vestland region of Norway.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the complex entrance to the three-branched Gulen fjord, with its sector light indicating safe channels and potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso WGR 4s
Focal Height
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Location

City
Bremanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
North side of the entrance to the 3-branched fjord known as Gulen.
Latitude
61.7612°
Longitude
5.0955°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m structure with a lantern, built on a stone base.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dyrstad(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L0360
NGA No.
5288
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ospenes Lighthouse at night?+
Ospenes displays the characteristic Iso White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Ospenes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ospenes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dyrstad at 2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Svelgen (5.5 NM E), Kalvåg (6.1 NM W), Iglandsvik (6.3 NM NW), Botnaneset - Flora (8.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ospenes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ospenes 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 Ospenes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ospenes 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.