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Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse

LFl White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Austevoll, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse

The Skjeljaboskaget lighthouse is a 6-meter square fiberglass tower painted white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof. It stands at a focal height of 17 meters and emits a long white, red, or green flash every 10 seconds, with the color changing depending on the viewing angle. This light has a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The current structure replaced an earlier light that was mounted on a platform supported by four piles. The lighthouse is located at the northwestern corner of Store Kalsøy island, near Austevoll in Norway's Vestland region.

Why it matters: Its unique directional light changing color based on approach provides specific warnings to mariners, aiding safe navigation around Store Kalsøy.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
10s
Raw Code
LFl WRG 10s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: previous light on platform supported by four piles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Torangsvag(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
B3782
NGA No.
3524

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands, red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands; roof is red

Location

City
Austevoll
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
northwestern corner of Store Kalsøy
Latitude
60.1356°
Longitude
5.0416°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse at night?+
Skjeljaboskaget displays the characteristic LFl White/Red/Green 10s. 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 Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Torangsvåg at 3.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Glesvær (4.1 NM N), Austevoll (4.4 NM ESE), Hufthammar (4.8 NM E), Storebø (6.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skjeljaboskaget 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 Skjeljaboskaget Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skjeljaboskaget 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.