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Pålholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Pålholmen Lighthouse

A 6-meter concrete square tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof, is situated east of Tjøtta, off the north end of Mindlandet. It offers a geographic range of 9.9 nautical miles. The light shows a sequence of two white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds. The focal height is 8.5 meters, and the structure is operational. Vevelstad port is 5.8 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This structure serves as a navigation aid in the Tjøttafjord, marking safe passages near Mindlandet. Its directional light warns of dangers and helps prevent vessels from running aground.

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
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Location

City
Alstahaug
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Tjøttafjord, off the north end of Mindlandet, about 3 km east of Tjøtta
Latitude
65.8129°
Longitude
12.4946°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vevelstad(5.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2152
NGA No.
9584
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pålholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Pålholmen 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 Pålholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pålholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tjøtta at 1.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Herøy (10.9 NM NNW), Botn - Sandnessjøen (11.9 NM NNE), Igerøy (12.1 NM SW), Sandnessjøen (13 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pålholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pålholmen 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 Pålholmen Lighthouse?+
Pålholmen 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 Pålholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pålholmen 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.