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Senskjær Lighthouse

F red 15s🇳🇴Kristiansand, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Senskjær Lighthouse

The former Senskjær Lighthouse was an octagonal, 5-meter tall structure built in 1913. It featured a white lantern room with a red roof, mounted on four black piles. This lighthouse marked a rock off the eastern tip of Flekkerøy, approximately 1 kilometer west of the Oksøy lighthouse. With a focal height of 73 meters, it provided a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure was made of fiberglass and its light was red. It was operational until 2021 when it was decommissioned and removed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's primary role was to mark a specific rocky hazard off Flekkerøy, guiding local maritime traffic and vessels navigating the approach to nearby waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red 15s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Interval
15s
Raw Code
F.R.W.G. 26
Focal Height
73m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1913

Significant events: Inactive since 2021, removed

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof and mounted on four black piles
Material
fiberglass

Structure: A 5m octagonal lantern and gallery, painted white with a red roof, mounted on four black piles.

Location

City
Kristiansand
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
rock off the eastern tip of Flekkerøy, about 1 km west of the Oksøy lighthouse
Latitude
58.0770°
Longitude
8.0314°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Flekkeroy(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B2948
NGA No.
1424
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Senskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Senskjær displays the characteristic F red 15s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Senskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Senskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is FLEKKEROY at 0.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Herøya (3 NM NE), Kristiansand (4.2 NM N), Søgne (6.8 NM W), Høllen (7.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Senskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Senskjær 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 Senskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Senskjær 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.