Hendanes Lighthouse
Coastal lighthouse in Kinn, Norway
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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.
View of the Hendanes Lighthouse | |
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| Location | Kinn Municipality Vestland Norway |
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| 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. |
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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]
