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Steinsflesa Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Steinsflesa Lighthouse

Steinsflesa Lighthouse is a square fiberglass tower, 6.5 meters in height, with a red lantern roof. Its focal plane is 10.5 meters above the sea. The light covers a distance of 10.5 nautical miles and shows white, red, and green. The flash characteristic is Fl WRG 5s. This structure is located on the northernmost of a series of islets and rocky outcrops in the broad Hortafjord waterway, north of Leka. Access to the grounds is permitted, but the tower is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Steinsflesa Lighthouse marks the Hortafjord passage, alerting vessels to the nearby islets and rocky formations to ensure safe navigation in this complex coastal region.

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
10.5m
Geographic Range
10.5NM

Location

City
Leka
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Hortafjord, a broad passage north of Leka, on the northernmost of a chain of small islands and skerries.
Latitude
65.1438°
Longitude
11.5165°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Leka(6.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L1982
NGA No.
9216

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Steinsflesa Lighthouse at night?+
Steinsflesa 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 Steinsflesa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Steinsflesa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leka at 6.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Gutvik (8.7 NM ESE), Djupvik (15.6 NM SSW), Kolvereid (16.9 NM S), Ottersøy (17.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Steinsflesa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Steinsflesa 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 Steinsflesa Lighthouse?+
Steinsflesa 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 Steinsflesa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Steinsflesa 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.