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Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse

Oc (3) Red 10s🇳🇴Oslo, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse

The Stangskjærrabben lighthouse, first lit in 1892, guides mariners on the south side of a busy channel west of Heggholmen lighthouse. It replaced an earlier hexagonal stone tower with a modern hexagonal fiberglass structure, standing 7 meters tall on a concrete pile. The tower is painted white with two narrow black horizontal bands and a red top. Its operational light emits three red flashes every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors arriving by boat, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light, situated 0.8 km from Oslo's port, marks the southern boundary of the channel, complementing the nearby Hegskjær lighthouse and aiding safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) Red 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) R 10s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1892

Significant events: Replaced an earlier hexagonal stone tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white with two narrow black horizontal bands and a red top
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: hexagonal fiberglass tower mounted on a concrete pile

Location

City
Oslo
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Sea Region
south side of the channel, about 600 m west of the Heggholmen lighthouse
Latitude
59.8844°
Longitude
10.7055°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Oslo(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
B2410
NGA No.
0480
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse at night?+
Stangskjærrabben displays the characteristic Oc (3) Red 10s — 3 red flashes every 10 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Oslo at 1.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Sjursøja/Oslo (1.8 NM E), Lysaker (2.4 NM NW), Snarøya (2.7 NM W), Steilene (5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stangskjærrabben 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 Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse?+
Stangskjærrabben 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 Stangskjærrabben Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stangskjærrabben 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.