Hendanes Lighthouse

Hendanes Lighthouse (Norwegian: Hendanes fyr) is a coastal lighthouse located in Kinn Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The lighthouse sits on the western shore of the island of Vågsøy, about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) north of the village of Vågsvåg.

Hendanes Lighthouse

View of the Hendanes Lighthouse
Location	Kinn Municipality Vestland Norway
Coordinates	61°57′53.1″N 05°02′04.6″E
Tower
Constructed	1914
Construction	wooden tower
Automated	1952
Height	12 metres (39 ft)
Shape	octagonal tower with balcony and lantern
Markings	white tower, red top
Light
Focal height	48.5 metres (159 ft)
Range	12.8 nmi (23.7 km; 14.7 mi)
Characteristic	Oc (2) WRG 8s.

History

It was first lit in 1914 and it was replaced by an automated light in 1952.^[1][2] A radio beacon was active from 1963 to 1992.^[3]

The octagonal wood tower and adjacent lighthouse keeper's home are built into the side of a mountain. The tower is painted white and the lantern is red. The light sits at an elevation of 48.5 metres (159 ft) above sea level. The light emits a white, red or green light, depending on direction, occulting twice every 8 seconds. The light can be seen for up to 12.8 nautical miles (23.7 km; 14.7 mi).^[4][5]

See also

• Norway portal

• List of lighthouses in Norway
• Lighthouses in Norway