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Veirskaftet Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Veirskaftet Lighthouse

The Veirskaftet lighthouse is situated on the northern tip of Nordøyan, near Nærøysund, Norway. This square tower, standing 6 meters tall, features a lantern and gallery and emits a white light. Its focal height reaches 14 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The light characteristic consists of a white, red, or green flash every 5 seconds, serving as a sector light. The lighthouse structure itself is white, and while the site is open to visitors, the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: Veirskaftet's sector light is critical for marking safe passages and warning vessels away from hazards around the northern tip of Nordøyan. Its precise guidance aids local fishing boats and coastal traffic navigating these waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Nærøysund
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
northern tip of Nordøyan
Latitude
64.8093°
Longitude
10.5437°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rorvik(17.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L1882
NGA No.
8952

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Veirskaftet Lighthouse at night?+
Veirskaftet 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 Veirskaftet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Veirskaftet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Utvorda at 16.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Abelvær (16.9 NM ESE), Rørvik (18.1 NM E), Ottersøya (19.2 NM E), Ottersøy (19.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Veirskaftet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Veirskaftet 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.
What shipping routes pass near Veirskaftet Lighthouse?+
Veirskaftet Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Veirskaftet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Veirskaftet 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.