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Seivågskagen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Seivågskagen Lighthouse

The Seivågskagen lighthouse is a 10m concrete post structure situated on a shoal north of Straumøya, near Bodø. The tower is white with a red roof and a white lantern. It displays an occulting white, red, or green light that flashes every 6 seconds, with the color indicating the direction of approach. The focal height is 6.5 meters, and it has a geographic range of 9.1 nautical miles. The site can be visited, but the tower is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a shoal off Straumøya's north coast, providing navigation aid for local maritime traffic. Its directional, color-changing light offers precise reference points for avoiding groundings in the complex coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Bodø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A shoal off the north coast of Straumøya.
Latitude
67.2407°
Longitude
14.5144°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bodo(4.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L2513
NGA No.
10652

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 10m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a white lantern and red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seivågskagen Lighthouse at night?+
Seivågskagen 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 Seivågskagen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seivågskagen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vikan at 2.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Bodø (4.2 NM NW), Kvalvika (4.7 NM NW), Skjerstad (11.6 NM E), Festvåg (13.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seivågskagen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seivågskagen 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 Seivågskagen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seivågskagen 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.