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Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Åfjord, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse

A 6m skeletal structure, built on four black piles, supports a white lantern with a red roof. First lit in 1892, it is located at the narrowest part of Stokksund, northwest of Stokkneset light. The focal plane sits 4m above the water, and the light has a 7.9 nautical mile visibility range. Its flash characteristic is Oc WRG 6s, showing white, red, or green light depending on the direction.

Why it matters: This navigation aid assists safe transit through the narrow Stokksund waterway by offering distinct directional color indications.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1892

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Afjord(7.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L1664
NGA No.
8400
ARLHS No.
NOR-420

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white lantern with red roof, black piles

Structure: A 6m skeletal structure of four straight black piles supports a white lantern with a red roof. The focal plane is 4m.

Location

City
Åfjord
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Stokksund, marking its narrowest point, northwest of Stokkneset light
Latitude
64.0587°
Longitude
10.0431°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse at night?+
Skjærvikpynten displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stokksund at 1.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Herfjord (3.5 NM S), Nordfosen (7.5 NM SSE), Brandsfjord (11 NM NE), Lysøysund (11.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skjærvikpynten 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 Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse?+
Skjærvikpynten 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 Skjærvikpynten Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skjærvikpynten 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.