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Vikan Lighthouse

White 3s🇳🇴Hustadvika, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vikan Lighthouse

Vikan is a 11.5m concrete post structure with a lantern and gallery, painted white. It is located on a skerry near Hustadvika, in the Møre og Romsdal region of Norway. The light's focal height is 13 meters. The lantern has a red roof. The previous light characteristic was Dir.F.W.R.G. 23. The lighthouse is currently operational. The nearest port is Haroy, 3.8 km distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the skerry it sits upon, providing a reference for vessels approaching the area. It assists in safe passage within the coastal waters off Hustadvika.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
White 3s
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Dir.F.W.R.G. 23
Focal Height
13m

Location

City
Hustadvika
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Møre og Romsdal
Sea Region
A skerry off the coast of Fræna near Vikan
Latitude
62.9535°
Longitude
6.9807°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11.5m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 11.5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haroy(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L0992
NGA No.
6528
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Vikan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vikan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HAROY at 3.7 NM to the S. Other ports served include Harøysundet (4.3 NM SSW), Nyhamna (6.2 NM S), Elnesvågen (7.6 NM SSE), LYNGSTAD (10.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vikan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vikan 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 Vikan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vikan 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.