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Sæbuodden Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Sæbuodden Lighthouse

Sæbuodden lighthouse is a 7-meter square tower constructed on piles, painted white with a red roof, standing 16 meters above sea level. It is located on a skerry off the western tip of Hitra, marking the eastern side of the entrance to Ramsøyfjord. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green beam on a 6-second cycle, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Smola, located 7.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for local maritime traffic, particularly fishing vessels, as it precisely marks the eastern side of the entrance to the Ramsøyfjord, a critical navigational point off Hitra.

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
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Hitra
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Skerry off the western tip of Hitra, marking the east side of the entrance to the Ramsøyfjord
Latitude
63.4899°
Longitude
8.2377°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Smola(7.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L1378
NGA No.
7668

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: A 7m lantern mounted on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sæbuodden Lighthouse at night?+
Sæbuodden 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 Sæbuodden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sæbuodden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vikan - Smøla at 6.7 NM to the S. Other ports served include Smøla (6.8 NM WSW), STRAUMEN (10.5 NM SSW), Tjeldbergodden (12.7 NM ESE), Aure (13.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sæbuodden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sæbuodden 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 Sæbuodden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sæbuodden 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.