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Søndre Lighthouse

Fl 8s🇳🇴Træna, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Søndre Lighthouse

Also known as: Søndre (Søre) Selvær

The Søndre Lighthouse is a 9-meter tall, white, square pyramidal skeletal tower constructed of steel and covered with corrugated siding. It features a lantern and gallery. The light's focal height reaches 12.5 meters. Its characteristic is two white flashes in sequence. Situated in Nordland, Norway, near Træna, it is 5.2 kilometers from the closest port. The light has a visibility range of 11.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This navigation aid assists fishing fleets and coastal transport vessels navigating Norway's complex fjord systems, marking safe channels around submerged hazards and strong tidal flows.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Location

City
Træna
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Latitude
66.5807°
Longitude
12.2128°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, covered with corrugated siding, with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Trana(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L2364
NGA No.
10252
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Søndre Lighthouse at night?+
Søndre displays the characteristic Fl 8s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Søndre Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Søndre Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Træna at 5.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include TRAENA (5.7 NM SSW), Lovund (13.4 NM SSE), Lurøy (17.8 NM ESE), Tonnes (19.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Søndre Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Søndre 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 Søndre Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Søndre 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.