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Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse

Iso White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Alstahaug, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse

A 6-meter concrete post, painted white with a red lantern roof, stands on a small island west of Søvik. This operational lighthouse has a focal height of 7 meters. Its light emits an isophase white, red, or green signal on a 6-second cycle, with a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port, Heroy, is 5.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for local maritime traffic, particularly guiding fishing vessels and smaller craft through complex coastal waters. Its directional light, indicating safe channels and warning of specific hazards, is critical for secure navigation in an area likely characterized by hidden rocks and variable depths.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso WRG 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Alstahaug
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Small island west of Søvik
Latitude
65.9170°
Longitude
12.3688°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Heroy(5.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L2166
NGA No.
9616

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
White with red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Søre Sørøyholmen displays the characteristic Iso White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Sørøyholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Herøy at 3.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Tjøtta (6 NM SSE), Botn - Sandnessjøen (8.5 NM NE), Sandnessjøen (9 NM NE), Igerøy (15.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Søre Sørøyholmen 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 Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse?+
Søre Sørøyholmen 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 Søre Sørøyholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Søre Sørøyholmen 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.