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Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse

Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse stands on a square, white tower with a lantern and gallery, measuring 6 meters in height. Its focal plane is also 6 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits an occulting white, green, or red light that occurs once every 6 seconds. Located on a skerry north of the Åfjord, it lies about 1.6 km southwest of Monstad. The site is accessible by boat, with the tower itself closed to visitors. Its geographic range is 8.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe passage within the Åfjord, marking the northern side of the channel and the skerry on which it stands.

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
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Åfjord
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
A skerry on the north side of the Åfjord, approximately 1.6 km southwest of Monstad.
Latitude
63.9524°
Longitude
10.1532°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Afjord(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L1628
NGA No.
8332

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse at night?+
Strandaunskjæret 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 Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nordfosen at 0.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Herfjord (4.3 NM NW), Stokksund (5.6 NM NNW), Lysøysund (8.6 NM WSW), Vallersund (12.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Strandaunskjæret 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 Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse?+
Strandaunskjæret 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 Strandaunskjæret Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Strandaunskjæret 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.