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Toftøy Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Toftøy Lighthouse

A cylindrical fiberglass tower 5.5 meters tall stands on the southern tip of Toftøy island, facing an open section of the Boknafjord. Its lantern and gallery are positioned 12.5 meters above sea level. The light emits three occulting white, red, or green flashes every 10 seconds, visible for 11.2 nautical miles. This modern structure replaced an older, square wooden tower. The site is accessible by boat, and while the surrounding area is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides critical guidance for vessels navigating the Boknafjord, warning them of the island's southern tip. Its multi-directional light offers specific warnings depending on the direction of approach.

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) WRG 10s
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced an older square wood tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Tysvær
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
Southern tip of Toftøy island, facing a broad open section of the Boknafjord
Latitude
59.2634°
Longitude
5.6621°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karsto(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
B3358
NGA No.
2452
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Toftøy Lighthouse at night?+
Toftøy 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 Toftøy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toftøy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Espevik at 3.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kårstø (5 NM W), Susort (6.1 NM WNW), Bokn (7 NM WSW), Ombo (8.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toftøy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toftøy 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 Toftøy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toftøy 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.