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Sørøyvågen Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Dønna, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sørøyvågen Lighthouse

Located at the north end of Dønna, Norway, this 6-meter concrete post lighthouse is painted white and features a red lantern roof. It marks the southern boundary of the Sørøyvågen fjord's entrance, a passage leading inland to Hammarvik. The light displays an occulting characteristic, showing white, green, or red light at 6-second intervals. With a focal height of 6 meters, its visibility extends 8.9 nautical miles. The structure is situated at coordinates 12.5503736,66.2117851 within the Nordland region.

Why it matters: This navigation aid assists vessels entering Sørøyvågen fjord and proceeding to Hammarvik, serving local maritime movements.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Dønna
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
entrance to the Sørøyvågen fjord, leading to Hammarvik, at the north end of Dønna
Latitude
66.2118°
Longitude
12.5504°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lovund(10.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L2286
NGA No.
9848
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sørøyvågen Lighthouse at night?+
Sørøyvågen displays the characteristic Oc 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 Sørøyvågen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sørøyvågen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vikholmen at 10.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Lovund (10.3 NM NNW), Nesna (11.3 NM E), Sandnessjøen (11.6 NM S), Botn - Sandnessjøen (12.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sørøyvågen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sørøyvågen 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 Sørøyvågen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sørøyvågen 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.