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Sparkeltaren Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Bremanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sparkeltaren Lighthouse

Sparkeltaren is an 11-meter octagonal tower built in 2008, supporting a lantern structure on tripod piles. The lighthouse is located in the Oldersund, approximately 7.4 kilometers from Dyrstad and about 700 meters off the Kalvåg waterfront. Its focal height is 6 meters, and it emits a white, red, and green light with two occultations every 8 seconds. The station was initially established in 1931, with the current structure replacing an earlier aid to navigation. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's directional light, changing colors to guide vessels through the Oldersund's complexities, is essential for preventing groundings and ensuring safe passage for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008
First Lit
1931

Significant events: Station established 1931, current structure built 2008

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
green

Structure: lantern supported by tripod piles

Location

City
Bremanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Oldersund, off the Kalvåg waterfront
Latitude
61.7674°
Longitude
4.8987°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dyrstad(7.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L0384
NGA No.
5324
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sparkeltaren Lighthouse at night?+
Sparkeltaren displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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 Sparkeltaren Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sparkeltaren Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kalvåg at 0.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Iglandsvik (4.1 NM NNE), Dyrstad (7.5 NM E), Botnaneset - Flora (10.2 NM SSE), Flora (10.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sparkeltaren Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sparkeltaren 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 Sparkeltaren Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sparkeltaren 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.