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Råholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Råholmen Lighthouse

Råholmen lighthouse is a 6-meter square tower, painted white with a red lantern roof. Its light has a focal height of 13.5 meters and emits two white flashes in a group every 8 seconds, with the color changing to red or green depending on the direction of approach. This light is visible for 11.5 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, and it is situated on a skerry approximately 4 kilometers northeast of Nordøyan. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The directional light is essential for navigating the complex channels and skerries near Nordøyan, ensuring safe passage for local fishing fleets and coastal traffic.

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
13.5m
Geographic Range
11.5NM

Location

City
Nærøysund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Located on a skerry about 4 km northeast of Nordøyan.
Latitude
64.8293°
Longitude
10.5949°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rorvik(16.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L1883
NGA No.
8956

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Råholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Råholmen 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 Råholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Råholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Abelvær at 16 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Utvorda (16.5 NM SSE), Rørvik (16.6 NM E), Ottersøy (17.7 NM E), Ottersøya (17.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Råholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Råholmen 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 Råholmen Lighthouse?+
Råholmen 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 Råholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Råholmen 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.