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Sauøy Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Vågan, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sauøy Lighthouse

The Sauøy lighthouse, established in 1894, marks the southeastern point of Sauøy island, eastward of Henningsvær. This 4-meter stone construction has a cylindrical white tower crowned with a red roof and a lantern. Its light source is positioned at a height of 9 meters, providing a visibility range of 10 nautical miles. The light characteristic is Oc W R G 2s, emitting white, red, or green flashes every two seconds. This functioning navigation aid serves the Vågan municipality within Norway's Nordland region.

Why it matters: The directional light from Sauøy provides navigation for craft entering and leaving the waters near Henningsvær, a main fishing center in the Lofoten Islands. Its distinct color shifts warn of the island's southeastern point, helping to avoid collisions with the shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc W R G 2s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1894

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Henningsvar(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L2902
NGA No.
11544

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m lantern mounted on a stone base, painted white with a red roof.

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
An island on the east side of Henningsvær, located on the southeastern point of the island.
Latitude
68.1592°
Longitude
14.2137°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sauøy Lighthouse at night?+
Sauøy displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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 Sauøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sauøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Henningsvær at 0.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kabelvåg (6.7 NM ENE), Svolvær Osan (8.4 NM ENE), Stamsund (8.4 NM WSW), Svolvær (9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sauøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sauøy 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 Sauøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sauøy 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.