Kjeungskjær Lighthouse

Kjeungskjær Lighthouse is an octagonal stone tower located on a small island at the entrance of Bjugnfjorden in Ørland Municipality, Norway. The 20-meter-tall structure is painted red and emits white, red, and green signals visible up to 8 nautical miles.

Operations began in 1880 with resident keepers maintaining the facility until its automation in 1987. A Fresnel lens installed in 1906 significantly improved its navigational capabilities and remains functional today.

The structure embodies Norwegian maritime heritage, with lighthouse keepers once raising families here while maintaining essential navigation services. The red stone tower has become a familiar landmark for locals and fishing communities across generations.

The lighthouse emits light signals every 6 seconds and operates seasonally from July through May when the midnight sun makes navigation less critical. Access to the island location depends on local sea conditions, which visitors should consider when planning a visit.

The octagonal design is a distinctive feature rare among Norwegian lighthouses, setting it apart from the typical round or square towers found elsewhere along the coast. This unusual form was a practical choice in maritime architecture of that era.

Location: Ørland Municipality

Inception: September 20, 1880

Height: 20 m

GPS coordinates: 63.72690,9.53060

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49