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Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Færder, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a small skerry in the Oslofjord, southeast of Arøysund. Built and first lit in 1913, it features an 8-meter lantern mounted on a white platform supported by black piles. The lantern roof is painted red. Its light emits two flashes every 10 seconds, alternating between white, red, and green. This directional characteristic is designed to guide vessels through specific sectors of the waterway. The lighthouse is operational and has a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation within the Oslofjord, guiding vessels around the skerry and through its complex waterways with its targeted directional illumination.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl(2) W,R,G 10s (directional)
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1913

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kjopmannskjar(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
B2500
NGA No.
0688
ARLHS No.
NOR-383

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Color
White (piles black, lantern roof red)

Structure: A 8m lantern on a platform supported by piles, painted white with black piles and a red lantern roof.

Location

City
Færder
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestfold
Sea Region
A skerry in the Oslofjord, southeast of Arøysund.
Latitude
59.1403°
Longitude
10.4950°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Tjøme Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 10s — 2 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 Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hvasser at 3.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kjøpmannskjær (3.9 NM WNW), Jarlsøy (6.6 NM N), Melsomvik (6.8 NM NW), Valløy (7.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tjøme Lighthouses 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 Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Tjøme Lighthouses 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 Tjøme Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tjøme Lighthouses 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.