Store Torungen Lighthouse

The 34.3-meter tall white tower with a red stripe stands on Store Torungen island, featuring a second-order Fresnel lens that emits white flashes every 20 seconds.

Built in 1844 and reconstructed in 1914, the lighthouse marked the entrance from Skaggerak through the outlying islands to guide vessels toward the mainland town of Arendal.

The lighthouse and its surrounding structures represent Norwegian maritime navigation technology, with preserved operational equipment including historical lenses and fog-signaling mechanisms.

The lighthouse complex offers overnight accommodation through the Aust-Agder trekking association, with boat transportation available from certified local service providers.

Located within Raet National Park, the site includes historical gardens, a forge, and various outbuildings while maintaining functional navigation equipment for maritime safety.

Location: Arendal

Inception: 1844

Height: 34.3 m

Made from material: cast iron

GPS coordinates: 58.39885,8.79025

Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:41