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Sveggesundet Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Sveggesundet Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 7 meters tall on the northeast point of Englen, marking the entrance to the protected harbor of Sveggesundet. The structure is a 1-1/2 story square building with a lantern mounted on the roof. Its light cycles through white, red, and green, occulting once every 6 seconds to indicate direction. The focal height of the light is 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Situated about 8 kilometers west of Kristiansund, the lighthouse is accessible only by boat.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation into the protected harbor of Sveggesundet, a critical haven for local fishing fleets and other maritime traffic in the region west of Kristiansund.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Averøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
Northeast point of Englen, marking the entrance to the protected harbor of Sveggesundet, about 8 km west of Kristiansund.
Latitude
63.1145°
Longitude
7.6629°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: 1-1/2 story square building with lantern mounted on the roof

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kristiansund(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L1026
NGA No.
6672
ARLHS No.
NOR-224
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sveggesundet Lighthouse at night?+
Sveggesundet 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 Sveggesundet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sveggesundet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kristiansund at 2.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Averøy (3.4 NM S), Grip (6.4 NM NNW), Høgset (8.9 NM SSE), LYNGSTAD (12.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sveggesundet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sveggesundet 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 Sveggesundet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sveggesundet 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.