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Skrovneset Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Båtsfjord, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skrovneset Lighthouse

The Skrovneset Lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass tower painted white with a red roof. Standing 6 meters tall, its light is positioned at a focal height of 9.5 meters. This light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 10 seconds, depending on the direction, covering a geographic range of 10.2 nautical miles. The current structure replaced an earlier square tower. It is located on a promontory on the west side of Båtsfjord, approximately 5 km northeast of the town.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the Båtsfjord, providing critical guidance around the promontory it occupies. Its sector light characteristic precisely delineates safe channels and warns of potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WGR 10s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced an earlier square tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Batsfjord(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L4190
NGA No.
14576

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower

Location

City
Båtsfjord
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
A promontory on the west side of the Båtsfjord, approximately 5 km northeast of the town of Båtsfjord.
Latitude
70.6575°
Longitude
29.7901°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skrovneset Lighthouse at night?+
Skrovneset displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 10s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Skrovneset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skrovneset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Båtsfjord at 1.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kongsfjord (10.1 NM WNW), Berlevåg (18.2 NM NW), Tana (28.4 NM WSW), Leirpollen (28.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skrovneset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skrovneset 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 Skrovneset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skrovneset 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.