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Syrhovud Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Lyngdal, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Syrhovud Lighthouse

This stone lighthouse stands 5 meters tall on a promontory marking the west side of the Rosfjord, approximately 5 km southwest of Lyngdal, Norway. The square tower is white with a red roof. It features a lantern with a gallery, and its focal height is 4 meters. The lighthouse emits an occulting white, red, or green light that changes every 4 seconds, visible for 7.9 nautical miles. The structure is a 5-meter post supporting the lantern.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector light system precisely indicates safe channels and warns of the promontory for vessels navigating the Rosfjord, particularly for local fishing and recreational craft.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 4s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Location

City
Lyngdal
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
Located on a promontory on the west side of the Rosfjord, about 5 km southwest of Lyngdal, Norway.
Latitude
58.0981°
Longitude
7.0234°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 5m post with a lantern and gallery. The lantern is painted white with a red roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lyngdal(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
B3070
NGA No.
1712
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Syrhovud Lighthouse at night?+
Syrhovud displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Syrhovud Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Syrhovud Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Agnefest at 1.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include LYNGDAL (1.3 NM NNE), Hausvikstrand (3.1 NM SSW), Båly (5.6 NM SE), Farsund (7.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Syrhovud Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Syrhovud 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 Syrhovud Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Syrhovud 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.