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Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse

Steinsholmen Øvre is a 6.5-meter tall square tower painted white with a red lantern roof. It stands on a small island at the southern entrance to Leinesfjord in Norway, guiding vessels leaving the fjord. The tower's focal plane is 17 meters above sea level, and its light has a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. It emits an occulting white, red, and green light with a 6-second cycle. The site is accessible by boat and open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse functions as the rear light in a navigational range, essential for aligning vessels as they depart Leinesfjord. Its specific light sectors help mariners maintain the correct course through the fjord's entrance.

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
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Steigen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Leinesfjord, Norway, marking the entrance and serving as the rear light of a range for vessels leaving the fjord.
Latitude
67.7353°
Longitude
14.7126°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Misten(17.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L2614.1
NGA No.
10896

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse at night?+
Steinsholmen Øvre 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 Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leines at 1.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Kjerringøy (13.2 NM S), Bogøy (14.5 NM NE), Misten (17 NM S), Festvåg (17.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Steinsholmen Øvre 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 Steinsholmen Øvre Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Steinsholmen Øvre 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.