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Tangskjær Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Tangskjær Lighthouse

Tangskjær Lighthouse is a 6-meter square tower with a lantern and gallery, painted red. Its focal height is 6.5 meters above sea level, and it emits an occulting light with two flashes in white, red, or green every 8 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 9.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a small island within the Fleinvær group, approximately 15 kilometers north of Fugløy in the Nordland region. The site is open to the public, although the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Sund, located 8.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Tangskjær Lighthouse is indispensable for safe passage through the Fleinvær group, a complex archipelago where precise navigation is paramount. Its unique directional light, shifting between white, red, and green, specifically guides vessels through particular channels.

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
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Gildeskål
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on a small island of the Fleinvær group, about 15 km north of Fugløy.
Latitude
67.1739°
Longitude
13.7948°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sund(8.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L2504
NGA No.
10616

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tangskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Tangskjær 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 Tangskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tangskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sørarnoy at 4.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sund (8.7 NM SE), Inndyr (9.9 NM SSE), Helligvær (14.9 NM NNW), Bodø (15.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tangskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tangskjær 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 Tangskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tangskjær 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.