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Røstholmen Lighthouse

Fl White/Red 5s🇳🇴Røst, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Røstholmen Lighthouse

The Røstholmen lighthouse is a 6-meter square tower painted white with a red lantern roof. Its focal height reaches 17.5 meters, emitting a white or red light with a flash characteristic of one flash every 5 seconds. This structure is situated on a small island south of Vedøy, approximately 10 kilometers southwest of Røst. The nearest port is Rost, located 2.5 kilometers away. While the lighthouse site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the Røst archipelago, a significant fishing area and gateway to the Norwegian Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W/R 5s
Focal Height
17.5m
Geographic Range
12.5NM

Location

City
Røst
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a small island south of Vedøy, an island about 10 km southwest of Røst.
Latitude
67.4694°
Longitude
12.0149°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rost(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3022
NGA No.
11872

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
White with a red lantern roof

Structure: A 6m tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Røstholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Røstholmen displays the characteristic Fl White/Red 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Røstholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Røstholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Røst at 2.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Værøy (19.4 NM NE), Å i Lofoten (33.2 NM NE), Moskenes (34.7 NM NE), Helligvær (35.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Røstholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Røstholmen 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 Røstholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Røstholmen 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.