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Rivingen Lighthouse

Fl White🇳🇴Grimstad, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rivingen Lighthouse

Established in 1886, Rivingen lighthouse is situated on a small island approximately 2.5 kilometers south of Grimstad. The original structure, an 8-meter cylindrical tower with a focal height of 12 meters, featured a sharply pyramidal roof and a spire attached to a keeper's house. This white tower emitted a white light with three flashes in varying colors every five seconds. It served as a navigational aid for vessels approaching Grimstad's harbor for almost four decades. The lighthouse was deactivated in 1925, and a new, smaller tower was later erected to the north-northwest of the original site.

Why it matters: Its unique architectural form, featuring a sharply pyramidal roof and spire, makes it a distinctive example among Norwegian lighthouses.

Background
Rivingen Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse in the municipality of Grimstad in Agder county, Norway. The lighthouse was first established in 1886 on a small island at the southern approach to the harbour of the town of Grimstad. The original lighthouse had an attached keeper's house, but in 1925 that lighthouse tower was closed and a new, much smaller tower was built about 23 metres (75 ft) to the north-northwest of the old tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
12m
Light Range
6.4NM (11.9 km)
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1886

Significant events: Inactive since 1925

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Grimstad(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
B2842
NGA No.
115-1264
ARLHS No.
NOR-186
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square cylindrical tower with a sharply pyramidal roof and a spire, attached to the front of a 1-1/2 story keeper's house

Location

City
Grimstad
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
small island on the approach to Grimstad, about 2.5 km south of the town and 1 km off the coast of the mainland
Latitude
58.3036°
Longitude
8.5839°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Rivingen Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 12 meters and a nominal range of 6.4 nautical miles (approximately 11.9 km), Rivingen is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Rivingen Lighthouse at night?+
Rivingen displays the characteristic Fl White. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rivingen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rivingen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grimstad at 2.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Vikkilen (3.9 NM NNE), Fevik (5 NM NE), Lillesand (7.2 NM WSW), Arendal (11.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rivingen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rivingen 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 Rivingen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rivingen 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.