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Torodden Lighthouse

F Red🇳🇴Nesodden, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Torodden Lighthouse

Also known as: Torodden (Fagerstrand)

The Torodden lighthouse is an active aid to navigation established in 2008. It stands on a concrete base, featuring a 4.5-meter octagonal lantern painted white with a red roof. The light emits a continuous red signal. This modern structure replaced an earlier station that began operation in 1893. The original lighthouse has since been moved to the Trondheim waterfront. Torodden is situated at the end of the breakwater in Fagerstrand, accessible via a short walk.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for marking the breakwater at Fagerstrand, ensuring safe passage for vessels entering and leaving the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

Significant events: station established 1893, original lighthouse relocated to Trondheim waterfront

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof mounted on a concrete base

Structure: A 4.5m octagonal lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a concrete base.

Location

City
Nesodden
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Akershus
Sea Region
Fagerstrand, at the end of the breakwater
Latitude
59.7314°
Longitude
10.5881°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fagerstrand(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
B2381.
NGA No.
0428
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Torodden Lighthouse at night?+
Torodden displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Torodden Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Torodden Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Engene at 3.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include GRAFFSTRANDA (3.4 NM NW), Bjørkås (4.1 NM NW), Slemmestad (4.1 NM NW), Drøbak (4.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Torodden Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Torodden 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 Torodden Lighthouse?+
Torodden 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 Torodden Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Torodden 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.