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Singsundet Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇳🇴Smøla, NOOperational

Singsundet lighthouse is a 6.5-meter tall concrete structure situated on the north side of the Singsund entrance. It guides vessels toward Veiholmen, the northernmost town in Smøla. The lighthouse features a white lantern with a red roof atop four black piles. Its operational light flashes three times in white, red, or green every 12 seconds, providing directional guidance. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for vessels navigating the Singsund, providing directional guidance through a challenging passage to and from the remote fishing community of Veiholmen.

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 12s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM
City
Smøla
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
North side of the entrance to the Singsund, leading to Veiholmen, the northernmost town in Smøla
Latitude
63.5175°
Longitude
7.9475°
Nearest Port
Smola(12.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L1352
NGA No.
7452
Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6.5m tall structure consisting of a lantern on a platform supported by four piles. The lantern is white with a red roof, and the piles are black.

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Singsundet Lighthouse at night?+
Singsundet displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 seconds. 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 Singsundet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Singsundet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Smøla at 4.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Vikan - Smøla (10.8 NM SE), STRAUMEN (11.8 NM SSE), Nordskaget - Frøya (20.1 NM NE), Grip (20.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Singsundet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Singsundet 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 Singsundet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Singsundet 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.