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Sletbakken Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Evenes, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sletbakken Lighthouse

Also known as: Sletbakken (Bogen)

A 6-meter tall, cylindrical fiberglass tower, painted white with a red lantern roof, is situated on the north bank of the Ofotfjord. It marks the approach to Bogen. The light characteristic is Oc WRG 2s, cycling through white, red, or green light with a 2-second period. The focal plane reaches 7.5 meters, offering a visibility range of 9.5 nautical miles. The grounds are accessible to visitors, though the tower structure remains closed. The port of Bogen is located 0.6 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for ships approaching Bogen, an inlet off the Ofotfjord, helping to avoid grounding. Its color-changing light offers specific direction for local maritime traffic within the fjord.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 2s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Location

City
Evenes
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Entrance to Bogen on the north side of the Ofotfjord
Latitude
68.5194°
Longitude
16.9653°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bogen(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L2755
NGA No.
11180

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sletbakken Lighthouse at night?+
Sletbakken displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sletbakken Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sletbakken Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bogen at 0.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Hekkelstrand (7.7 NM SSW), Tovik (9.9 NM N), Grovfjord (10.1 NM NNE), Fornes (10.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sletbakken Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sletbakken 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 Sletbakken Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sletbakken 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.