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Sparkeltaren Lighthouse

🇳🇴Bremanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sparkeltaren Lighthouse

Also known as: lantern

Sparkeltaren, built in 1931, is a white structure with a red roof, housing a lantern. It is located near Bremanger in Norway's Vestland region. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed. Its nearest port is Dyrstad, approximately 7.9 kilometers away. The lighthouse served as a navigation aid along Norway's complex coastline.

Why it matters: Sparkeltaren represents a past era of coastal safety infrastructure in Norway and contributed to the safe transit of vessels along a challenging stretch of coast.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: A white structure featuring a lantern and a distinctive red roof.

Location

City
Bremanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Located in Norway, likely along its rugged coastline, guiding vessels through its waters.
Latitude
61.7668°
Longitude
4.8796°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dyrstad(7.9 km)

Construction & History

Year Built
1931

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Sparkeltaren Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sparkeltaren Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kalvåg at 0.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Iglandsvik (4.3 NM NNE), Dyrstad (8.1 NM E), Botnaneset - Flora (10.5 NM SSE), Flora (10.9 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.