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Rugskjæret Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Rugskjæret Lighthouse

Rugskjæret Lighthouse stands on a skerry located 1.2 kilometers south of Husøy. This cylindrical fiberglass tower, standing 7 meters tall, is painted white and topped with a red lantern roof. Its focal height reaches 9 meters above sea level. The light emits an occulting white, red, and green signal, with a 6-second cycle. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles and its structure includes a lantern and gallery. While the site is accessible by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the hazardous skerry it occupies, particularly for vessels approaching or departing Husøy. Its sector light provides precise directional guidance through these coastal waters.

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
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Ålesund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry about 1.2 km south of Husøy.
Latitude
62.8472°
Longitude
6.5400°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Steinshamn(4.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L0913
NGA No.
6352

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rugskjæret Lighthouse at night?+
Rugskjæret 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 Rugskjæret Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rugskjæret Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Finnøy at 2.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Steinshamn (4.2 NM SSW), Midsund (10.9 NM SSE), Aukra (11 NM ESE), Nyhamna (11.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rugskjæret Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rugskjæret 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 Rugskjæret Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rugskjæret 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.