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Sandværken Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Sandværken Lighthouse

The Sandværken lighthouse is situated on a reef guarding the entrance to Rødøy, Norway. It features a skeletal, 7-meter-tall tower with a lantern and gallery atop tripod piles. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal every 6 seconds. Its geographic range is 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Located 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port of Rodoy, it serves smaller vessels and local fishing boats.

Why it matters: Sandværken's directional light system provides precise guidance for vessels approaching Rødøy, warning them of the reef it marks and preventing groundings.

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
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Rødøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A reef off the entrance to Rødøy
Latitude
66.6539°
Longitude
13.0963°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rodoy(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L2406
NGA No.
10392

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
Lantern white, roof red

Structure: lantern and gallery on tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sandværken Lighthouse at night?+
Sandværken 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 Sandværken Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sandværken Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rødøy at 0.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Vågaholmen (5.8 NM NE), Tonnes (8.6 NM SSW), Ågskardet (9.9 NM ENE), Forøy (11.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sandværken Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sandværken 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 Sandværken Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sandværken 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.