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Sandøy Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Sandøy Lighthouse

The Sandøy lighthouse is a 7-meter tall, square pyramidal tower constructed of fiberglass, with a focal height of 8 meters. It is painted white and topped with a red roof on its lantern. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal every 6 seconds, providing directional guidance. Situated on the southeast coast of Sandøy island, it marks the westernmost entrance to Farsund. The tower is closed to the public, but the site is accessible by boat.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safely navigating the westernmost entrance to Farsund, a passage critical for maritime traffic.

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
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Farsund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
southeast coast of Sandøy, marking the westernmost entrance to Farsund
Latitude
58.0585°
Longitude
6.8177°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Farsund(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
B3081
NGA No.
1740
ARLHS No.
NOR-335

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square pyramidal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern roof is red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sandøy Lighthouse at night?+
Sandøy 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 Sandøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sandøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Farsund at 1.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Hausvikstrand (5.4 NM E), Agnefest (7.7 NM ENE), LYNGDAL (8 NM ENE), Båly (10.7 NM E). 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.