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Trollsundet Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇳🇴Måsøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Trollsundet Lighthouse

Trollsundet lighthouse stands as a square skeletal metal tower with a lantern and gallery, reaching a focal height of 10 meters. Its white and red structure is 6 meters tall and emits a flashing white, red, and green light every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Located on the southwestern point of Ingøy, it marks the entrance to the Trollsund passage between Ingøy and Rolvsøy. The lighthouse is situated near Måsøy, with the nearest port of Ingoy just 3 kilometers away. It is positioned to aid navigation in a region characterized by challenging currents and complex island geography.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe passage through the Trollsund, a critical strait between Ingøy and Rolvsøy. Its sector light system specifically guides ships navigating the narrow entrance, preventing groundings in an area known for challenging currents and intricate island geography.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W R G 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Måsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
southwestern point of Ingøy, marking the entrance to the Trollsund, the passage between Ingøy and Rolvsøy
Latitude
71.0435°
Longitude
23.9848°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ingoy(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
L3970
NGA No.
14112
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Trollsundet Lighthouse at night?+
Trollsundet displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Trollsundet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Trollsundet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ingøy at 2.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tufjorden (3.1 NM SSW), Havøysund (13.6 NM ESE), Snefjord (18.6 NM SE), Akkarfjord (18.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Trollsundet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Trollsundet 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 Trollsundet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Trollsundet 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.