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Svartviknæringen Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Måsøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Svartviknæringen Lighthouse

This 11-meter cylindrical fiberglass tower, standing at a focal height of 22 meters, is painted white with two narrow black horizontal bands. It features a red lantern roof and emits a white, red, or green light. The current structure, operational since its installation, replaced a former square skeletal tower. Situated on a steep promontory at the northeastern tip of Hjelmsøy near Måsøy, its light has a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: The sector light is critical for guiding ships safely around the hazardous northeastern tip of Hjelmsøy, helping vessels navigate specific channels and avoid dangers in these challenging northern waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced a square skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White with two narrow black horizontal bands, red lantern roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower with lantern, colored white with two narrow black horizontal bands

Location

City
Måsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
Northeastern tip of Hjelmsøy, on a steep promontory
Latitude
71.1033°
Longitude
24.8497°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Masoy(6.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L3994
NGA No.
14168
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Svartviknæringen Lighthouse at night?+
Svartviknæringen displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Svartviknæringen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Svartviknæringen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Havøysund at 7.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Gjesvær (10.4 NM E), Ingøy (15.3 NM W), Snefjord (19 NM SSW), Skarsvåg (19.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Svartviknæringen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Svartviknæringen 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 Svartviknæringen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Svartviknæringen 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.