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Sandøy Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Askvoll, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sandøy Lighthouse

Sandøy Lighthouse is a square skeletal tower constructed of steel, standing 6 meters tall and covered with white siding. It features an octagonal lantern and gallery. The focal height of the light is 26 meters, and it emits a light that cycles through white, red, and green. Its characteristic is three white occultations every 10 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on a small island about 4 kilometers west of Værlandet, Norway, in the Vestland region. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation in the coastal waters west of Værlandet, where its directional light guides mariners through channels and past hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WGR 10s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Location

City
Askvoll
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
A small island about 4 km west of Værlandet, Norway
Latitude
61.2952°
Longitude
4.5949°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lutelandet(11.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L0202
NGA No.
4896

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower, covered with white siding, with octagonal lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sandøy Lighthouse at night?+
Sandøy displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Sandøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sandøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BULANDET at 1.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Atløy (8.9 NM ENE), Lutelandet (11.4 NM ESE), Ytrøy (13 NM SSE), Solund (15.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sandøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sandøy 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 Sandøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sandøy 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.