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Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse

Dir White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Måsøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse

Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse is a 7-meter cylindrical concrete tower located on the east side of Rolvsøy island, about 15 kilometers south of Gunnarnes, Norway. The structure, painted white with a red lantern roof, reaches a focal height of 17 meters. Its light provides a directional white, red, and green flash sequence every 5 seconds. The site can be reached by boat, but the tower remains closed to visitors. Ingoy is the closest port, situated 5.6 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's white, red, and green sectors serve as a navigation aid, marking the eastern promontory of Rolvsøy and assisting passage through the coastal waters south of Gunnarnes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Dir White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Dir
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Dir Fl WGR 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Måsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
East side of the island of Rolvsøy, about 15 km south of Gunnarnes, Norway.
Latitude
70.9922°
Longitude
24.1290°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ingoy(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L3978
NGA No.
14120

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White with red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: round tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse at night?+
Rolvsøyhamn displays the characteristic Dir White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tufjorden at 4.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Ingøy (5.6 NM NNW), Havøysund (10.4 NM E), Snefjord (14.4 NM SE), Forsøl (17.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rolvsøyhamn 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 Rolvsøyhamn Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rolvsøyhamn 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.