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Rotvær Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Lødingen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rotvær Lighthouse

The Rotvær Lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass tower built in 1985, standing 13 meters tall with a focal height of 22 meters. It is situated at the eastern end of an island, forming part of a dangerous reef approximately 6 kilometers south-southwest of Lødingen. The lighthouse emits an occulting white, red, and green light that lasts 6 seconds. The current structure replaced an earlier lighthouse that featured a lantern on the roof of a keeper's house, which was demolished when the new tower was erected. It continues to be an active aid to navigation, guiding vessels through the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime safety, warning ships away from the dangerous reef system it guards near Lødingen.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985

Significant events: original lighthouse had a lantern on the roof of a keeper's house; it was demolished when the new one was built

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Loedingen(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L2785
NGA No.
11292
ARLHS No.
NOR-189

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Lødingen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located at the east end of an island, part of dangerous reef, about 6 km (3.5 mi) south southwest of Lødingen.
Latitude
68.3680°
Longitude
15.9448°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rotvær Lighthouse at night?+
Rotvær displays the characteristic Oc 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 Rotvær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rotvær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lødingen at 3.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Bognes (9.1 NM SSE), Anfinnsletta (11.5 NM W), Ramsund (14.1 NM ENE), Fjelldal (16.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rotvær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rotvær 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 Rotvær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rotvær 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.