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Tananger Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Sola, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tananger Lighthouse

Built in 1890, this concrete lighthouse stands 3 meters tall and is painted white with a red roof. Its lantern is mounted on a concrete pad. The focal height of the light is 14 meters. It emits three-phase occulting white, green, and red light on a 10-second cycle, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. Located on the east side of the entrance to the harbor of Tananger, it is situated close to the pilot station in Sola, Rogaland. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides critical navigational guidance for vessels entering and exiting Tananger Harbor, a significant port for Norway's fishing and offshore sectors. Its directional light assists ships in avoiding hazards at the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WGR 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1890

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 3m lantern mounted on a concrete pad, painted white with a red roof.

Location

City
Sola
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
east side of the entrance to the harbor of Tananger, close to the pilot station
Latitude
58.9314°
Longitude
5.5752°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tananger(0.4 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-342
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tananger Lighthouse at night?+
Tananger displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 10 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 Tananger Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tananger Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tananger at 0.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Risavika (0.8 NM E), Sola (0.8 NM E), Dusavik (5 NM NNE), Randaberg (5.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tananger Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tananger 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 Tananger Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tananger 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.