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Vannøyklubben Lighthouse

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

This square wooden lighthouse stands 6.5 meters tall on a promontory on the southwest coast of Vannøy, near Karlsøy. Its lantern and gallery are part of the structure, which reaches a focal height of 10 meters. The tower is painted white and topped with a red lantern roof. It emits an occulting white, red, and green light on a 6-second cycle, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for coastal navigation along Vannøy's southwest shore, guiding local fishing boats and smaller commercial vessels. Its directional light helps indicate safe channels and warn of hazards near the promontory.

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM
City
Karlsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
southwest coast of Vannøy, beside the coastal highway on a promontory
Latitude
70.0968°
Longitude
19.6851°
Nearest Port
Karlsoy(6.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L3674
NGA No.
13492
Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Vannøyklubben Lighthouse at night?+
Vannøyklubben 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 Vannøyklubben Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vannøyklubben Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vannavalen at 5.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kristoffervalen (6.2 NM E), Vannvag (6.5 NM ESE), Hansnes (7.9 NM S), Stakkvik (8.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vannøyklubben Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vannøyklubben 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 Vannøyklubben Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vannøyklubben 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.