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Rostøy Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Austevoll, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rostøy Lighthouse

Rostøy Lighthouse is a red, octagonal concrete tower standing 6 meters tall, situated on the northern tip of Rostøy in Austevoll, Norway. The structure features an octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on tripod piles. It emits a white, red, or green light with a 6-second cycle, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational and located 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port at Storebo. While the site is accessible, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides directional guidance with its sector light, assisting local navigation near Rostøy. Its position helps delineate safe passages in an area frequented by fishing vessels and small craft.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Austevoll
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
northern tip of Rostøy
Latitude
60.0928°
Longitude
5.2039°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Storebo(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
B3764.4
NGA No.
3480

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rostøy Lighthouse at night?+
Rostøy displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Rostøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rostøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Storebø at 0.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Austevoll (1.1 NM NW), Hufthammar (1.8 NM N), Torangsvåg (1.9 NM NW), BEKKJARVIK (5.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rostøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rostøy 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 Rostøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rostøy 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.