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Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands on an octagonal 6.5-meter post on a skerry located about 10 kilometers northeast of Bindalsflesa. It is painted white and features a red lantern roof. The light emits white, red, and green flashes in a 5-second cycle from a focal height of 8 meters. Its geographic range extends to 9.7 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light is important for navigating the intricate skerries northeast of Bindalsflesa, helping to prevent groundings in an area with hidden rocks.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Sømna
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
a skerry about 10 km northeast of Bindalsflesa
Latitude
65.2845°
Longitude
11.6742°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Leka(12.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L1988
NGA No.
9232

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6.5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Sømna Lighthouses 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 Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leka at 11.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include Gutvik (12.6 NM SSE), Berg (13.9 NM ENE), Brønnøysund (17.4 NM NE), Lessremman (20.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sømna Lighthouses 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 Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Sømna Lighthouses 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 Sømna Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sømna Lighthouses 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.