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Tautra Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Tautra Lighthouse

An octagonal cast iron lantern, 3 meters in height and painted white with a red roof, rests on a concrete base. The structure is positioned on a headland on Tautra island's northern shore, indicating the passage into the upper Trondheimsfjord. Its focal height reaches 18 meters, and the light is visible for 12.7 nautical miles. The signal is an occulting white, red, or green light, cycling every 6 seconds. This marker is situated about 15 km northeast of Trondheim, within Norway's Trøndelag region.

Why it matters: The Tautra Lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for ships navigating the upper Trondheimsfjord, with its directional light system identifying the island's headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Frosta
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
Located on a promontory on the north side of Tautra island, which sits in the entrance to the upper Trondheimsfjord, approximately 15 km northeast of Trondheim.
Latitude
63.5837°
Longitude
10.6113°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
cast iron/concrete

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Leksvik(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L1274
NGA No.
7268
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tautra Lighthouse at night?+
Tautra 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 Tautra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tautra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Leksvik at 5.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Frosta (5.8 NM E), Langstein (7.5 NM ESE), Stjørdal (10.1 NM SE), Osen (10.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tautra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tautra 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.
What shipping routes pass near Tautra Lighthouse?+
Tautra Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tautra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tautra 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.