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Torvikholmen Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇳🇴Herøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Torvikholmen Lighthouse

This square pyramidal stone tower stands 6 meters tall, with its lantern and gallery situated 6.5 meters above sea level. Painted white, the structure rises from a skerry that marks a reef in the channel east of Leinøy. Its light emits a single white, green, or red occultation every 2 seconds. The lighthouse is located 2.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Ulsteinvik. This navigational aid offers a geographic range of 9.1 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe passage through the channel east of Leinøy, marking a dangerous reef with a directional light that shifts between white, red, and green to guide vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 2s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Location

City
Herøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
a skerry marking a reef in the channel east of Leinøy
Latitude
62.3365°
Longitude
5.7444°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: square pyramidal stone tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ulsteinvik(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L0692
NGA No.
5848
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Torvikholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Torvikholmen displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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 Torvikholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Torvikholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Torvika at 0.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Mjølstadneset (2.3 NM WSW), Ulsteinvik (2.4 NM E), Eggesbønes (2.7 NM WSW), Ulstein (2.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Torvikholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Torvikholmen 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 Torvikholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Torvikholmen 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.