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Udkiggen Lighthouse

Occ WRG 10s🇬🇱Greenland, GLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Udkiggen Lighthouse

Udkiggen is a lighthouse located in Greenland. It stands 40 meters above sea level. The light emitted from Udkiggen cycles through white, red, and green colors. It is an operational aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WRG 10s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
40m

References & Identifiers

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Location

City
Greenland
Country
🇬🇱GL
Latitude
69.2320°
Longitude
-53.5565°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Udkiggen Lighthouse at night?+
Udkiggen displays the characteristic Occ WRG 10s — 1 wrg flash 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 wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Udkiggen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Udkiggen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Aasiaat (Egedesminde) at 34.7 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Udkiggen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Udkiggen 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 Udkiggen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Udkiggen 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.