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Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Vardø, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse

The Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse, established in 1893, is a square wooden tower standing 6 meters tall. Its white structure is topped with a red lantern roof. The lighthouse emits a white, red, or green light with two occultations every 8 seconds, depending on the direction of approach. This light has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, offering coastal views, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides directional guidance for local fishing boats and small craft navigating the waterfront of Kiberg and its harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1893

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
White with a red lantern roof
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Vardø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Finnmark
Sea Region
Located on the waterfront of Kiberg, Norway.
Latitude
70.2858°
Longitude
30.9888°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vardo(5.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L4230
NGA No.
14668
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse at night?+
Ytre Kiberg displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vardø at 5.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Vadsø (28.5 NM WSW), Båtsfjord (32.8 NM NW), Bugøynes (33.7 NM SW), Jakobsnes (37.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ytre Kiberg 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 Ytre Kiberg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ytre Kiberg 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.