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Stavangsund Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Kinn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Stavangsund Lighthouse

Stavangsund Lighthouse is a 10-meter cylindrical lantern structure situated on a platform supported by piles. Painted white with a red roof, it stands 6.5 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white, red, and green light that flashes white, green, and red every 6 seconds. It has a geographic range of 9.1 nautical miles. The structure is located on a skerry within the Olsund passage, which lies between Stavøya island and the mainland.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for navigating the narrow and sometimes difficult Olsund passage, guiding vessels between Stavøya and the mainland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 6s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Kinn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
A skerry in the entrance to the Olsund, which separates Stavøya from the mainland.
Latitude
61.5391°
Longitude
5.1610°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: A 10m lantern structure mounted on a platform supported by piles, painted white with a red roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Floro(5.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L0290
NGA No.
5004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stavangsund Lighthouse at night?+
Stavangsund displays the characteristic Fl 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 Stavangsund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stavangsund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Florø at 5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Flora (5.2 NM NW), Gunhildvågen (5.2 NM WNW), Botnaneset - Flora (5.4 NM NNW), Eikefjord (9.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stavangsund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stavangsund 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 Stavangsund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stavangsund 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.