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Svartskjær Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Svartskjær Lighthouse

Svartskjær lighthouse stands on a skerry within the Hasfjord, approximately 8 kilometers west of Hasvik. The 9-meter structure features a skeletal concrete tower painted black, supporting a white lantern with a red roof and a gallery. Its light emits a directional white, red, or green signal on a 6-second cycle. The lighthouse is accessible by boat, and the site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed. It is located about 1.5 kilometers from the nearest port in Hasvik.

Why it matters: The directional light from Svartskjær is essential for guiding vessels through the Hasfjord, marking safe channels and subsurface hazards. Its placement on a skerry highlights its role in marking underwater dangers in an area frequented by fishing fleets and coastal traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W R G 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Hasvik
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
Skerry in the Hasfjord, about 8 km west of Hasvik
Latitude
70.4911°
Longitude
22.2422°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hasvik(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3863
NGA No.
13888

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: A 9m structure consisting of a lantern and gallery supported by four straightpiles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof, and the piles are black.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Svartskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Svartskjær 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 Svartskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Svartskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HASVIK at 1.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Hasvik (2.4 NM SW), Breivikbotn (6.1 NM N), Sørvær (9.9 NM NNW), Øksfjord (15.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Svartskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Svartskjær 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 Svartskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Svartskjær 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.