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Risvær Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Risvær Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a cylindrical, 7-meter fiberglass tower topped with a red lantern roof. Operational since becoming active, it replaced an earlier square skeletal tower. The light displays a sequence of two white flashes, with red and green sectors, every 8 seconds. This light sits 8.5 meters above the water and has a geographic range of 9.9 nautical miles. The structure, which includes a galley, is situated on a skerry at the southeastern edge of the Risvær archipelago, near Vågan. Access is only possible by boat, and while the site is open, the tower itself is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: The directional light warns mariners of shoals and rocks within the complex Risvær archipelago, a network of islands and skerries.

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

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced a square skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and galley

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
southeastern edge of the Risvær archipelago, on a skerry
Latitude
68.2757°
Longitude
15.1533°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fiskebol(11.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2810
NGA No.
11360
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Risvær Lighthouse at night?+
Risvær 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 Risvær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Risvær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brettesnes at 6.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Anfinnsletta (7.1 NM ENE), Liland (9.6 NM WNW), Fiskebøl (11.8 NM NW), Skrova (12.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Risvær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Risvær 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 Risvær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Risvær 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.