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Skjelva Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Alstahaug, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skjelva Lighthouse

The Skjelva lighthouse, established in 1952, is a 12.5-meter tall iron skeletal tower topped with a lantern. It stands on a small island approximately 3 kilometers southwest of Mindlandet. The structure consists of a lantern mounted on an iron tripod. Its light emits a white, red, or green signal that flashes every five seconds, changing color to indicate different sectors. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. This structure is located within the Nordland region of Norway.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light system is essential for local fishing vessels and coastal traffic, helping them identify safe channels and submerged hazards in the complex archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1952

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vevelstad(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L2142
NGA No.
9564
Wikidata
Q12001035 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
iron

Structure: lantern mounted on an iron tripod

Location

City
Alstahaug
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 3 km (2 mi) southwest of Mindlandet.
Latitude
65.7217°
Longitude
12.3062°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skjelva Lighthouse at night?+
Skjelva displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Skjelva Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skjelva Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Igerøy at 5.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Tjøtta (6.7 NM NNE), Vega (8.7 NM WSW), Brønnøysund (15.1 NM S), Herøy (15.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skjelva Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skjelva 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 Skjelva Lighthouse?+
Skjelva 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 Skjelva Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skjelva 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.