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Senjehestneset Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Senja, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Senjehestneset Lighthouse

A 10-meter round stone cairn forms the base for the lantern and gallery of Senjehestneset Lighthouse, located off the southwestern tip of Senja, Norway. The lantern structure, painted white with a red roof, is supported by piles atop the cairn. First lit in 1896, the lighthouse emits a flashing white, red, or green light every 5 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. Its focal plane is 13 meters above sea level. This conical stone tower is situated on a skerry, accessible only by boat.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light is critical for guiding vessels past numerous skerries along Senja's southwestern coast. Its construction demonstrates Norwegian coastal engineering adapted to a challenging environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W/R/G 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1896

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Harstad(15.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L3478
NGA No.
13004

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 10-meter round stone cairn serves as the base for the lantern and gallery, which are supported by piles atop the cairn. The lantern is painted white with a red roof.

Location

City
Senja
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
A skerry off the southwestern tip of Senja, Norway.
Latitude
69.0585°
Longitude
16.7607°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Senjehestneset Lighthouse at night?+
Senjehestneset displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Senjehestneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Senjehestneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skrolsvik at 1.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Bjarkøy (6.7 NM SW), Sandøya (6.8 NM SSW), Grøtavær (12.3 NM WSW), Dyrøyhamn (14.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Senjehestneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Senjehestneset 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 Senjehestneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Senjehestneset 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.