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Sveholmen Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Aure, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sveholmen Lighthouse

Sveholmen lighthouse is a white, square skeletal tower, standing 7 meters tall and constructed of wood. It is covered with wooden siding and topped with a lantern and gallery. This structure has a focal height of 7 meters. It emits a light with a directional characteristic, showing two white flashes followed by red or green flashes every 8 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for local navigation, as its directional light guides vessels around the skerry and through specific channels northwest of Aure, helping them avoid coastal hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Aure
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry northwest of Aure
Latitude
63.2797°
Longitude
8.4796°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Smola(8.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L1106
NGA No.
6840

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square skeletal tower, covered with wood siding, with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sveholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Sveholmen displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Sveholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sveholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Aure at 2.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Vikan - Smøla (9.6 NM NW), Tjeldbergodden (9.8 NM NNE), STRAUMEN (11.2 NM WNW), Vinjeøra (14.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sveholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sveholmen 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 Sveholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sveholmen 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.