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Rødholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Rødholmen Lighthouse

Also known as: Rødholmen (Raudholmen)

This lighthouse, established in 1917, guides vessels near Svolvær, a fishing town in Norway's Nordland region. The structure is an 8-meter cylindrical fiberglass post painted white, topped with a round lantern and gallery, and a red lantern roof. Its focal height reaches 18 meters, and it emits an occulting white, red, and green light on a 6-second cycle, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. The post stands on a small island approximately 0.8 kilometers from Svolvær, the nearest port. The site is open to visitors, though the tower is closed.

Why it matters: The Rødholmen lighthouse is essential for safe navigation for local fishing boats and tourist vessels operating around Svolvær, guiding them through the complex island passages.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1917

Significant events: station established 1917

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: An 8m cylindrical fiberglass post with a round lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
small island off Svolvær
Latitude
68.2184°
Longitude
14.5533°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Svolvar(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-194
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rødholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Rødholmen 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 Rødholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rødholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Svolvær Osan at 1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Svolvær (1 NM N), Kabelvåg (1.7 NM WSW), Skrova (4 NM SE), Brettesnes (7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rødholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rødholmen 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 Rødholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rødholmen 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.