Haugsholmen

The Haugsholmen Lighthouse is located in Sande Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is situated on the tiny island of Vestre Frekøy, in the mouth of the Vanylvsfjorden, approximately 2.5 kilometers southwest of the island of Kvamsøya. The lighthouse was established in 1876 and automated in 1979.

The lighthouse features a 10-meter tall cylindrical tower with a balcony and lantern attached to a 2.5-story white keeper's house. The tower is painted red and emits white, red, or green light depending on direction, occulting twice every 10 seconds. The light sits at an elevation of 19.7 meters above sea level. The lighthouse is managed by Sande Municipality.

The Haugsholmen Lighthouse has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1876. Although it has been automated since 1979, the lighthouse remains an important navigational aid in the region. With its distinctive red tower and unique lighting pattern, the Haugsholmen Lighthouse is a notable landmark in the Møre og Romsdal county. Today, the lighthouse is a part of Norway's maritime heritage and a testament to the country's rich history of lighthouse construction.

Light and tower

The light has a focal height of 19.7 metres. The light has a range of 14 nautical miles. It was first lit in 1876. It was automated in 1980. Its recorded status is active.