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Stokken Lighthouse

Oc Green 4s🇳🇴Kristiansand, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Stokken Lighthouse

The Stokken Lighthouse is a 14-meter cylindrical masonry tower located on the northwestern point of the island of Stokken, near Kristiansand. Its structure includes a lantern and gallery attached to a keeper's house. The light has since been moved offshore to a smaller post, now emitting an occulting green flash every 4 seconds. The original tower, while no longer active, remains on site. The lighthouse grounds are open to the public and accessible by boat, offering views of the island.

Why it matters: The original lighthouse, with its distinctive tower and keeper's house, represents a specific architectural style for Norwegian lighthouses. The site continues to draw interest for its coastal history and remote island setting.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc G 4s
Focal Height
4.5m
Geographic Range
8.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Light moved offshore

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, attached to one end of a 1-1/2 story masonry keeper's house

Location

City
Kristiansand
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
northwestern point of the island of Stokken
Latitude
58.0815°
Longitude
8.0881°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Flekkeroy(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B2918
NGA No.
1372
ARLHS No.
NOR-030
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stokken Lighthouse at night?+
Stokken displays the characteristic Oc Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Stokken Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stokken Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Herøya at 2.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include FLEKKEROY (2.6 NM W), Kristiansand (4.5 NM NNW), Søgne (8.6 NM W), Høllen (8.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stokken Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stokken 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 Stokken Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stokken 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.