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Rørholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Rørholmen Lighthouse

Rørholmen lighthouse is a 6-meter structure made of stone, featuring a lantern and gallery atop a stone cairn. This active aid to navigation is situated on an island off the southeastern tip of Gjesøy, approximately 6.5 kilometers west of Rodøy. Its light exhibits an occulting white, red, and green signal, cycling every 6 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed. The nearest port is Rodøy, located 2.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Rørholmen lighthouse marks the southeastern tip of Gjesøy, guiding vessels through the complex, island-dotted waters near Rodøy. Its directional light system offers precise warnings for specific sectors, essential for safe passage in this challenging coastal environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Rødøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
An island off the southeastern tip of Gjesøy, approximately 6.5 km west of Rodøy.
Latitude
66.6782°
Longitude
12.9749°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rodoy(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2413
NGA No.
10432

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: A 6m structure consisting of a lantern and gallery mounted on a stone cairn.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rørholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Rørholmen 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 Rørholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rørholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rødøy at 2.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Vågaholmen (7.7 NM ENE), Tonnes (9.7 NM S), Ågskardet (12.3 NM E), Forøy (13.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rørholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rørholmen 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 Rørholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rørholmen 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.