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Ospøy Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Solund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ospøy Lighthouse

The Ospøy lighthouse is a 4-meter octagonal lantern structure situated on a concrete base. Painted white with a red roof, it stands on the southeastern tip of Ospa island. This light guides vessels through the narrow Skomakaren passage. Its operational status is true, and it emits white, red, and green light with two flashes every 8 seconds. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: Ospøy lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage through the Skomakaren, a critical narrow passage for local shipping and recreational craft, preventing groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Solund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
southeastern tip of Ospa, guiding vessels through a narrow passage known as the Skomakaren
Latitude
61.1994°
Longitude
4.7894°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lutelandet(6.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L0174
NGA No.
4780

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 4m octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a concrete base.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ospøy Lighthouse at night?+
Ospøy displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ospøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ospøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lutelandet at 6.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include BULANDET (6.8 NM NW), Ytrøy (7.6 NM SSW), Solund (8.1 NM S), Atløy (9.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ospøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ospøy 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 Ospøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ospøy 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.