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Vardholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Vardholmen Lighthouse

Vardholmen lighthouse is a 4-meter round stone tower with a white exterior and a red roof. It stands on a small island west of Fosnøy, near Austrheim. The structure consists of a lantern room on a stone base. Its focal height is 5 meters, and it emits a sector light. The geographic range of its light is 8.4 nautical miles. The light characteristic is an occulting white, red, and green light with a 2-second period. While the site is open, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for local navigation along the intricate west coast of Fosnøy, guiding vessels through areas with numerous small islands and potentially challenging weather.

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
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Austrheim
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
small island off the west coast of Fosnøy
Latitude
60.7607°
Longitude
4.8682°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fonnes(4.3 km)
Admiralty No.
B4172
NGA No.
4224

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
stone

Structure: A 4m structure, consisting of a lantern on a stone base, painted white with a red roof.

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 Vardholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Vardholmen 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 Vardholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vardholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bøvågen - Radøy at 3.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Fonnes (4.2 NM NE), Fedje (4.8 NM WNW), Mongstad (5.7 NM ENE), Mongstadbase (6.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vardholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vardholmen 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 Vardholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vardholmen 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.