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Søre Lauksund Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Søre Lauksund Lighthouse

This 6-meter tall cylindrical lighthouse stands on a platform supported by piles on the west side of Lauksund, south of Lauksletta. Painted white with a red roof, its lantern emits a flashing sequence of white, red, or green light every 8 seconds. The focal height of the light is 6.5 meters, with a geographic range of 9.1 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port is Skjervoy, located 6.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through the Lauksund, a complex waterway relied upon by local fishing vessels and other maritime traffic. Its operational design, a lantern on a pile-supported platform, is suited for this coastal environment, and its directional colored lights offer critical guidance.

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
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Skjervøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Lauksund, west side, south of Lauksletta
Latitude
70.1052°
Longitude
20.7462°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skjervoy(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L3788
NGA No.
13720

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
piles

Structure: A 6m lantern on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Søre Lauksund Lighthouse at night?+
Søre Lauksund 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 Søre Lauksund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Søre Lauksund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Arnøyhamn at 4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Skjervøy (6.2 NM SE), Uløybukt (15.4 NM S), Vannvag (15.4 NM W), Kristoffervalen (15.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Søre Lauksund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Søre Lauksund 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 Søre Lauksund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Søre Lauksund 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.