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Sund Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Flakstad, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sund Lighthouse

The Sund Lighthouse stands on the southern tip of Grimsholmen island, marking the entrance to Sund harbor. Its structure consists of a 7-meter lantern and gallery atop a stone cairn. The light emits occluding white, red, or green flashes on a 2-second cycle, with a focal height of 12.5 meters and a geographic range of 11.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed. This stone lighthouse is located near Flakstad in the Nordland region of Norway.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe passage into Sund harbor, with its sector light guiding vessels through the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 2s
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Location

City
Flakstad
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Southern tip of Grimsholmen island, marking the entrance to Sund harbor.
Latitude
67.9982°
Longitude
13.2024°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Reine(4.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L2972
NGA No.
11716

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: A 7m lantern and gallery are mounted on a stone cairn.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sund Lighthouse at night?+
Sund displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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 Sund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nusfjord at 4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include REINE (4.4 NM SSW), Ramberg (5.4 NM N), Moskenes (7.1 NM SSW), Å i Lofoten (8.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sund 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 Sund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sund 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.