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Skotningen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Skotningen Lighthouse

This concrete square tower stands 9.5 meters tall and is topped with a lantern and gallery. Its focal height is 43 meters, providing a geographic range of 17.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits a white, red, or green light with a single flash every 5 seconds. Located on an island west of Bømlo, Norway, it lies about 3 kilometers northwest of the Lyngøyosen light. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's distinct light sectors are essential for guiding vessels through the channels and around hazards of the Bømlo archipelago, ensuring safe passage in this area with numerous islands and reefs.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W/R/G 5s
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
17.6NM

Location

City
Bømlo
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
An island off the west coast of Bømlo, Norway, about 3 km northwest of the Lyngøyosen light.
Latitude
59.6927°
Longitude
5.0921°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bomlo(5.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B3612
NGA No.
2964

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skotningen Lighthouse at night?+
Skotningen 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 Skotningen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skotningen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Langevåg at 6.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Bømlo (6.7 NM SE), Mosterhamn (8.8 NM E), Rubbestadneset (9.3 NM NE), Valevåg (11.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skotningen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skotningen 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 Skotningen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skotningen 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.