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Vonflua Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Øygarden, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vonflua Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a round fiberglass lantern structure mounted on tripod piles, standing 12.5 meters tall. Its light has a focal height of 7.5 meters, with a geographic range of 9.5 nautical miles. The tower is black, and the light emits white, red, and green flashes on a 6-second cycle, occulting to mark the hazard. It is situated on a shoal in the middle of the Vatlestraumen, off the north end of Bjorøyna, near Øygarden. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the Vatlestraumen and warning them of a dangerous shoal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Location

City
Øygarden
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
A shoal in the middle of the Vatlestraumen, off the north end of Bjorøyna.
Latitude
60.3362°
Longitude
5.1695°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brattholmen(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
B3814
NGA No.
3604
ARLHS No.
NOR-414

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass lantern mounted on tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vonflua Lighthouse at night?+
Vonflua displays the characteristic Oc 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 Vonflua Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vonflua Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brattholmen at 0.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Knarrevik (2.2 NM N), GODVIK (2.5 NM NNE), Skålevik (3.4 NM NE), Straume (3.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vonflua Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vonflua 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 Vonflua Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vonflua 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.