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Sørstabben Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Tromsø, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sørstabben Lighthouse

This 8.5-meter fiberglass structure is mounted on a platform supported by piles driven into a skerry within the Sandøyfjord, off the east coast of Sandøya. Painted white with a red roof, it emits a white, red, or green light that flashes every five seconds. The focal height of the light is 7.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. Access to the site is by boat only, with the tower closed to the public. It is located near Tromsø in the Troms region of Norway.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage through the Sandøyfjord, delineating safe channels with its directional sector light and warning of the skerry it occupies.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Location

City
Tromsø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
skerry in the Sandøyfjord off the east coast of Sandøya
Latitude
70.0246°
Longitude
18.5947°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tromvik(15.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L3606
NGA No.
13336

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: An 8.5m lantern mounted on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sørstabben Lighthouse at night?+
Sørstabben displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Sørstabben Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sørstabben Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vengsøy at 11.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Bellvika (14.9 NM SSE), Tromvik (15.5 NM SSW), Dåfjord (16.7 NM E), Kaldfjord (20.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sørstabben Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sørstabben 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 Sørstabben Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sørstabben 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.