Gjeslingene
Gjeslingene has a focal height of 23.3 metres, a tower height of 24.3 metres and a range of 14.7 nautical miles.
- Focal height
- 23.3 metres
- Tower height
- 24.3 metres
- Range
- 14.7 nautical miles
- First lit
- 1877
- Automated
- 1987
- Status
- Active
- Owner
- Kystverket
- Coordinates
- 64.73676, 10.88918
Gjæslingan Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse located in Nærøysund Municipality in Trøndelag, Norway. It was established in 1877 and stands on the Haraldsøykråka islet, part of the Sør-Gjæslingan island group on the north side of the Foldafjord. The lighthouse is a white building with a 24.3-meter high red iron tower on a stone base.
The lighthouse was reinforced in 1961 and automated in 1987. It emits a white light that flashes once every ten seconds and can be seen for about 14.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse also emits a "G" Racon signal. The structure is made of cast iron and has a cylindrical tower with a height of 24.3 meters and a focal height of 23.3 meters.
Gjæslingan Lighthouse is still operational today, providing navigational aid to ships and boats in the area. Its history dates back to the late 19th century, and it has been an important part of Norway's maritime infrastructure for over a century. The lighthouse is also a notable landmark in the region, attracting visitors and lighthouse enthusiasts from around the world.
Light and tower
The light has a focal height of 23.3 metres. The light has a range of 14.7 nautical miles. It was first lit in 1877. It was automated in 1987. Its recorded status is active.
Details
- Owner
- Kystverket
- Status
- Active
- Range Nm
- 14.7
- Protected
- Yes
- Location Text
- Nærøysund
- Focal Height M
- 23.3
- Tower Height M
- 24.3
- Year Automated
- 1987
- Year First Lit
- 1877