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Skansen Lighthouse

F Yellow🇳🇴Trondheim, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skansen Lighthouse

Skansen Lighthouse, a 11-meter round concrete tower, was reactivated in 1916. Located at the end of the east breakwater, it marks the eastern entrance to the Trondheim Sailing Club harbor on the west side of Trondheim. The structure features a lantern and gallery and emits a flashing yellow light. After being absent from the Norsk Fyrliste for some years, the lighthouse was restored and recommissioned in 2009. It provides a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation into the Trondheim Sailing Club harbor, marking the east entrance for recreational vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Yellow
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Yellow
Raw Code
F Y
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1916

Significant events: Reactivated 1916, missing from Norsk Fyrliste for years, restored and reactivated 2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Trondheim(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L1257.
ARLHS No.
NOR-419
Wikidata
Q28374796 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Trondheim
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Located at the end of the east breakwater, marking the east entrance to the harbor of the Trondheim Sailing Club on the west side of Trondheim.
Latitude
63.4336°
Longitude
10.3762°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skansen Lighthouse at night?+
Skansen displays the characteristic F Yellow. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skansen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skansen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Trondheim at 0.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Osen (1.5 NM E), Vanvikan-Leksvik (8.3 NM NNW), Buvika (9 NM SW), Melhus (9.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skansen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skansen 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.
What shipping routes pass near Skansen Lighthouse?+
Skansen Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Skansen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skansen 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.