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Rauneskjerane Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Bergen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rauneskjerane Lighthouse

A 6-meter tall, black, skeletal concrete structure mounted on tripod piles marks a reef in the lower Raunefjord. The lantern sits 4.5 meters above sea level, emitting an occulting white, red, or green light with a 6-second period, visible up to 8.2 nautical miles. Between 2019 and 2020, the lighthouse was moved 80 meters north from its previous location. The location can be visited by boat, but the tower is not open for public entry. Straume, the closest port, is 4.2 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid warns vessels of the submerged reef and helps them navigate the lower Raunefjord.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
4.5m
Geographic Range
8.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Relocated in 2019-20

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: lantern mounted on tripod piles

Location

City
Bergen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
A reef in the lower Raunefjord
Latitude
60.2640°
Longitude
5.1671°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Straume(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
B3801
NGA No.
3564
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rauneskjerane Lighthouse at night?+
Rauneskjerane displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Rauneskjerane Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rauneskjerane Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eide Sotra at 3.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Straume (4.7 NM NE), Glesvær (5.2 NM SW), Brattholmen (5.2 NM N), Tælavåg (5.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rauneskjerane Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rauneskjerane 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 Rauneskjerane Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rauneskjerane 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.