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Vindballen Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Utsira, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vindballen Lighthouse

Located on a rocky islet near Utsira, Vindballen consists of a 10-meter fiberglass tower. The structure is painted white with two black horizontal bands. Its light is positioned 15 meters above sea level, flashing white, red, or green in a 4-second sequence. This fiberglass tower succeeded a former concrete post light. The light's reach extends to 11.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light marks the islet and offers directional reference for vessels navigating the south coast of Utsira.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of earlier concrete post light

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Utsira(1.0 km)
ARLHS No.
NOR-277

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands

Location

City
Utsira
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
rocky islet off the south coast of Utsira
Latitude
59.2978°
Longitude
4.8945°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vindballen Lighthouse at night?+
Vindballen displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 4s. 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 Vindballen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vindballen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Utsira at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Åkrehamn (8.8 NM ESE), Hå (9.1 NM ESE), Sævlandsvik (9.1 NM ESE), Vedavågen (10.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vindballen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vindballen 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 Vindballen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vindballen 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.