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Ulven Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Kinn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ulven Lighthouse

The Ulven lighthouse is a 9-meter tall skeletal tower constructed of concrete. It is situated on tripod piles supporting a lantern and gallery, with the focal plane at 7.5 meters above sea level. The tower is painted black, contrasting with the lantern housing. Its geographic range is 9.5 nautical miles. The light emits an occulting white, red, and green signal on a 6-second cycle. This lighthouse is located in Kinn municipality within the Vestland region, guiding vessels through the Ulvesund passage.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation through the Ulvesund, a protected passage that serves as an essential route for local shipping and fishing.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Location

City
Kinn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
Ulvesund, a protected passage east of Vågsøy, halfway between Maløy and Raudeberg.
Latitude
61.9848°
Longitude
5.1687°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Raudeberg(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L0494
NGA No.
5528

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: lantern and gallery supported by tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ulven Lighthouse at night?+
Ulven displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Ulven Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ulven Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is RAUDEBERG at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Måløy (3.4 NM SSW), DEKNEPOLLEN (3.5 NM SSW), Vågsvåg (4.6 NM SW), Selje (6.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ulven Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ulven 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 Ulven Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ulven 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.