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Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse

Q Red 2s🇳🇴Alver, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse

Also known as: #Skjeljanger Ringholmen

The Skjeljanger Ringholmen lighthouse was a square metal tower standing 6 meters tall, with its focal plane at 7 meters. Painted white, it featured a lantern and gallery, topped by a red lantern roof. This structure was situated on the northern tip of a small island, about 600 meters south of Skjeljanger in Norway's Vestland region. Its operational history ended in 2022 when the tower was removed, and the light was relocated to a post 120 meters to the east. The geographic range of its light was 9.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The light marked the northern tip of a small island, guiding vessels through the local fjord system.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Red 2s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Q R
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2022, removed, light moved to a post

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern roof painted red

Location

City
Alver
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
northern tip of a small island about 600 m south of Skjeljanger
Latitude
60.5964°
Longitude
4.9644°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Radoy(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
B4026
NGA No.
3868
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Skjeljanger Ringholmen displays the characteristic Q Red 2s. 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 Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mjølkevikvarden at 2.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Manger (3 NM NE), Kollsnes (3.5 NM SW), Stura (3.5 NM WNW), Blomvåg (4.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skjeljanger Ringholmen 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 Skjeljanger Ringholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skjeljanger Ringholmen 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.