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Ytre Møkkalasset Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Ytre Møkkalasset Lighthouse

Also known as: Ytre Møkkalasset (Tvedestrand)

This stone and cast iron lighthouse, standing 17 meters tall, was built in 1888 on a skerry near the entrance to Sandøyfjord, southeast of Kilsund. Its tower is cylindrical, painted red with a single narrow white horizontal band. Damaged during World War II, repairs after the conflict involved reducing the lantern's size. The light was deactivated in 1986, but following a restoration by Møkkalassets Venner and Kystverket between 2020 and 2021, it was reactivated in September 2021. The lighthouse exhibits a white, red, and green light with a cycle of 6 seconds.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels into the Sandøyfjord, and its recent restoration highlights its cultural value as a symbol of maritime history.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 6s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1888

Significant events: damaged during World War II, repairs after the war included reducing the size of the lantern, inactive 1986-2021, restoration by Møkkalassets Venner and Kystverket 2020-21, reactivated in September 2021

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Eydehavn(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
B2764.5.
ARLHS No.
NOR-284

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with one narrow white horizontal band
Material
stone, cast iron

Structure: round cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a round stone base

Location

City
Arendal
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Agder
Sea Region
on a skerry off the coast near the entrance to the Sandøyfjord, southeast of Kilsund
Latitude
58.5404°
Longitude
9.0034°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ytre Møkkalasset Lighthouse at night?+
Ytre Møkkalasset 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 Ytre Møkkalasset Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ytre Møkkalasset Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eydehavn at 4.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Tvedestrand (5.3 NM NNW), Arendal (7.7 NM SW), Risør (13.1 NM NE), Fevik (14.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ytre Møkkalasset Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ytre Møkkalasset 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 Møkkalasset Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ytre Møkkalasset 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.