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Talgje Lighthouse

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

Built in 1904, the Talgje lighthouse stands as a 6-meter structure on four straight piles at the southeastern tip of Talgje island. The piles are painted black, contrasting with the white lantern and red roof. This lighthouse emits an occulting white, red, or green light on a 6-second cycle, providing guidance for vessels in Hillefjord. Located approximately 12 km northeast of Stavanger, it is situated near Breiviga, the closest port at 1.7 km. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation within Hillefjord, warning mariners of the southeastern tip of Talgje island, a critical point approaching Stavanger from the northeast.

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM
Year Built
1904
Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: A 6m lantern and gallery mounted on four straight piles. The lantern is painted white with a red roof, and the piles are painted black.

City
Stavanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
Hillefjord, at the southeastern tip of Talgje island, about 12 km northeast of Stavanger
Latitude
59.1050°
Longitude
5.8587°
Nearest Port
Breiviga(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
B3322
NGA No.
2388
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How do mariners identify Talgje Lighthouse at night?+
Talgje 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 Talgje Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Talgje Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Breiviga at 1.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tau (3 NM SSE), Judaberg (4 NM N), FISKA (4.4 NM E), Rennesøy (5.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Talgje Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Talgje 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 Talgje Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Talgje 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.