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Sundsvoll Lighthouse

Iso White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Vega, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sundsvoll Lighthouse

The Sundsvoll lighthouse is a 7-meter skeletal structure with a lantern and gallery, supported by four black piles. The lantern is white and topped with a red roof. From a focal height of 8 meters, it displays an isophase white, red, or green light every 6 seconds. This structure is located on a skerry near the west coast of Vega in Nordland. The site is accessible, but the tower is not open for entry.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for vessels entering the port of Sundsvoll, marking the skerry on which it is built.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso WGR 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Vega
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
West coast of Vega, on a skerry off the small port of Sundsvoll
Latitude
65.6949°
Longitude
11.7897°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Igeroy(8.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L2122
NGA No.
9480

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
White lantern with red roof, black piles

Structure: A 7m structure with lantern and gallery, supported by four black piles. The lantern is white with a red roof.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sundsvoll Lighthouse at night?+
Sundsvoll displays the characteristic Iso 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 Sundsvoll Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sundsvoll Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vega at 5.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Igerøy (8.5 NM E), Brønnøysund (16.8 NM SE), Tjøtta (17.6 NM ENE), Herøy (20.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sundsvoll Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sundsvoll 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 Sundsvoll Lighthouse?+
Sundsvoll 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 Sundsvoll Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sundsvoll 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.