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Vikspollen Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Vågan, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vikspollen Lighthouse

A 6-meter square concrete tower, painted white with a red lantern roof and gallery, is situated on the northwest edge of Gimsøy island. Its light, at a focal height of 7 meters, cycles through white, red, and green flashes every 6 seconds, with a visibility of 9.3 nautical miles. This structure is located in Vågan, Nordland, Norway, approximately 7.8 kilometers from the Laukvik port.

Why it matters: This navigation mark helps vessels negotiate the Gimsøy promontory and alerts them to surrounding hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Vågan
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
promontory at the northwest tip of Gimsøy
Latitude
68.3298°
Longitude
14.0930°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern roof painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Laukvik(7.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L3083
NGA No.
12060
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vikspollen Lighthouse at night?+
Vikspollen displays the characteristic Fl 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 Vikspollen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vikspollen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Laukvik at 7.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Henningsvær (11.1 NM SSE), Kabelvåg (11.3 NM SE), Svolvær Osan (11.4 NM ESE), Svolvær (11.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vikspollen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vikspollen 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 Vikspollen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vikspollen 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.