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Stavenes Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Stavenes Lighthouse

The Stavenes lighthouse is situated on the south side of the Førdefjord approach, at the tip of a promontory near Askvoll. This cylindrical concrete tower supports a 4-meter lantern painted white with a red roof. Its operational light emits a white, red, or green signal on a 6-second cycle, with a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 7.5 meters. The lighthouse serves as a guide for vessels entering the fjord.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into the Førdefjord, warning vessels about the promontory and guiding them through the correct channel.

Background
Stavnes Lighthouse or Stavneset Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse in Averøy Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. The lighthouse sits on the Stavneset peninsula on the northeastern coast of the island Averøya, along the Bremsnesfjorden. The lighthouse was built to mark the entrance to the fjord, which is near the port of the city of Kristiansund, a few kilometres away.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
7.5m
Light Range
14.3NM (26.5 km)
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Location

City
Askvoll
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Located on the tip of a promontory on the south side of the approach to the Førdefjord.
Latitude
61.4171°
Longitude
4.9792°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 4m lantern, painted white with a red roof, is mounted on a concrete base.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Askvoll(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L0252
NGA No.
4968
ARLHS No.
NOR224
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Stavenes Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 7.5 meters and a nominal range of 14.3 nautical miles (approximately 26.5 km), Stavenes is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Stavenes Lighthouse at night?+
Stavenes 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 Stavenes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stavenes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Atløy at 4.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Gunhildvågen (9.8 NM N), Lutelandet (10.3 NM S), Florø (10.9 NM N), Flora (11.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stavenes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stavenes 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 Stavenes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stavenes 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.