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Skarvbarden Lighthouse

F white 15s🇳🇴Karlsøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skarvbarden Lighthouse

Skarvbarden lighthouse consists of a 9-meter high, square-shaped wooden tower joined to the gable end of a one-and-a-half-story wooden dwelling. Located on a rock outcrop near a breakwater pier, it marks the southern access point to Torsvåg harbor in the Troms region of Norway. The light's focal plane is 32 meters above sea level, with a visibility distance of 15.7 nautical miles. Its characteristic is a white flash repeated every 10 seconds. The structure has been inactive since 2024. Visitors can access the site, but the tower is not open.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marked the southern entrance to Torsvåg harbor, assisting local fishing fleets and other vessels in safely approaching the port and avoiding nearby rocky areas.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F white 15s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
white
Interval
15s
Raw Code
F.W. 10
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2024

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower attached at the gable end of a 1-1/2 story wood keeper's house

Location

City
Karlsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
A skerry adjacent to a breakwater pier at the southern entrance to Torsvåg harbor.
Latitude
70.2426°
Longitude
19.4951°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karlsoy(12.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L3678
NGA No.
13496
ARLHS No.
NOR-251
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skarvbarden Lighthouse at night?+
Skarvbarden displays the characteristic F white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skarvbarden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skarvbarden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Torsvåg at 0.5 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Vannavalen (12.2 NM SE), Kristoffervalen (12.5 NM SE), Vannvag (14.4 NM SE), Dåfjord (15.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skarvbarden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skarvbarden 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 Skarvbarden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skarvbarden 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.