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Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇳🇴Sarpsborg, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse, a cylindrical stone tower, was built in 1917 and first lit in the same year. Standing 9 meters tall, its light is positioned 18 meters above sea level. The white stone structure features a lantern and gallery. It emits an occulting white light that appears once every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is located on a rocky promontory on the north side of Singlefjorden, an inlet near Sarpsborg, approximately 4 km northwest of Sponvika. It serves as the rear light for the Haslauflu Range, guiding vessels in the area.

Why it matters: The lighthouse functions as the rear light for the Haslauflu Range, providing specific guidance for vessels navigating the Singlefjorden inlet.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1917

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Halden(6.3 km)
Admiralty No.
B2211.1
NGA No.
0080

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Sarpsborg
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Østfold
Sea Region
Located on a rocky promontory on the north side of the Singlefjorden, an inlet near Sarpsborg, about 4 km northwest of Sponvika. It serves as the rear light for the Haslauflu Range.
Latitude
59.1251°
Longitude
11.1794°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Sarpsborg Lighthouses displays the characteristic Oc White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Halden at 6.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Hvaler (7.5 NM SW), Skjærhalden (7.9 NM SW), Fredrikstad (8.1 NM WNW), Sarpsborg (9.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sarpsborg Lighthouses 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.
What shipping routes pass near Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Sarpsborg Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sarpsborg Lighthouses 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.