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Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse

Romsdalsholmen lighthouse is an active aid to navigation positioned on a small skerry about 5 kilometers northeast of Bud, Norway. The structure consists of a 9.5-meter lantern mounted on a platform supported by black-painted piles. The lantern itself is white with a red roof. This concrete lighthouse stands 7 meters above sea level. Its light emits two white flashes every 8 seconds, with the color changing to red or green depending on the direction.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the complex network of skerries and channels northeast of Bud. Its directional light characteristic provides precise guidance, helping mariners avoid submerged dangers and maintain safe passage in these intricate coastal waters.

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
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Hustadvika
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
Located on a tiny skerry about 5 km northeast of Bud, Norway.
Latitude
62.9356°
Longitude
6.9416°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9.5m lantern is mounted on a platform supported by piles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof, and the piles are black.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haroy(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L0991
NGA No.
6524
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Romsdalsholmen 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 Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HAROY at 2.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Harøysundet (3.1 NM S), Nyhamna (5 NM S), Elnesvågen (7.4 NM SE), Aukra (9.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Romsdalsholmen 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 Romsdalsholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Romsdalsholmen 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.