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Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇳🇴Nærøysund, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse

Also known as: Sør-Hysskjæret (Sore Hyseskjaer)

A 6.5-meter skeletal tower painted white with a red roof supports a lantern at Sør-Hysskjæret. Mounted on a platform atop four straight piles, the structure has a focal height of 6 meters. Its light emits three flashes of white, red, or green light in a 12-second cycle. The geographic range of the light is 8.9 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Rorvik, approximately 10.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The light is essential for safe navigation along the southern coast of Ytre Vikna, marking the skerry and surrounding shallow waters with its directional illumination.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 12s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Nærøysund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Skerry off the south coast of Ytre Vikna
Latitude
64.8277°
Longitude
10.8132°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rorvik(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L1889
NGA No.
8944

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: A 6.5m lantern mounted on a platform supported by four straight piles, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse at night?+
Sør-Hysskjæret displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 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 Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Abelvær at 11 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Rørvik (11.1 NM E), Ottersøya (12.2 NM E), Ottersøy (12.2 NM E), Djupvik (12.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sør-Hysskjæret 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 Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse?+
Sør-Hysskjæret 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 Sør-Hysskjæret Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sør-Hysskjæret 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.