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Værsøydraget Lighthouse

Fl green 4s🇳🇴Hitra, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Værsøydraget Lighthouse

This navigational aid is mounted on a platform supported by piles, situated on a skerry within the sound separating Hitra from Værsøy. The structure is an 8-meter lantern painted white with a red roof. It operated with a green flashing light. The light had a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the lantern is not accessible. Its operational status ceased in 2023, with likely removal planned.

Why it matters: Its unique construction, a lantern directly on a pile-supported platform, made it a distinctive feature of the coastal navigation system. The impending removal highlights the ongoing modernization of maritime aids.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.G
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2023, likely removal

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: An 8m lantern, painted white with a red roof, mounted on a platform supported by piles.

Location

City
Hitra
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
skerry in the sound separating Hitra from Værsøy
Latitude
63.6085°
Longitude
8.3893°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nordskaget(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L1388
NGA No.
7700
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Værsøydraget Lighthouse at night?+
Værsøydraget displays the characteristic Fl 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Værsøydraget Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Værsøydraget Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nordskaget - Frøya at 7.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Dolmøy (10.8 NM ENE), Hammarvika - Frøya (11.8 NM ENE), Sistranda (13.5 NM ENE), Stranda - Frøya (13.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Værsøydraget Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Værsøydraget 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 Værsøydraget Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Værsøydraget 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.