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Stureholmen Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Øygarden, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Stureholmen Lighthouse

Built in 1904, Stureholmen Lighthouse is situated on a small island in the Hjeltefjord, about 2 km northeast of Tjeldstø. The lighthouse consists of a 5-meter stone tower supporting a white lantern and gallery with a red roof. Its focal height reaches 11 meters above sea level. The light emits two white, green, or red flashes every 8 seconds, with a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. This station is operational and located within the Øygarden municipality.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for preventing vessels from grounding on the island it marks. Its directional light provides specific warnings to maritime traffic navigating the Hjeltefjord.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WGR 8s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1904

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Stura(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
B4064
NGA No.
3972

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Color
white lantern and gallery with a red roof, on a stone tower
Material
stone

Structure: lantern and gallery, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a short stone tower

Location

City
Øygarden
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
small island in the Hjeltefjord about 2 km (1.2 mi) northeast of Tjeldstø
Latitude
60.6113°
Longitude
4.8674°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stureholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Stureholmen displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Stureholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stureholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stura at 0.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Kollsnes (3.5 NM S), Blomvåg (4.7 NM S), Manger (4.9 NM ENE), Mjølkevikvarden (5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stureholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stureholmen 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 Stureholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stureholmen 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.