Anda Lighthouse, lighthouse in Norway
Anda Lighthouse is a heritage site and lighthouse in Øksnes Municipality, Norway, located on a small island in the Vesterålen archipelago. The 16-meter-tall structure is made of concrete with a square shape, painted white with a red top.
The lighthouse was built in 1932 and was the last new lighthouse project in Norway at that time. Staff lived on site until 1987, when automation arrived and the location became remotely operated.
The name Anda comes from the small island Anden where the lighthouse stands. The surrounding ruins and old buildings show how lighthouse keepers once lived and worked here, shaping the character of this remote location.
The lighthouse sits on a remote island and the weather can be windy and harsh; good conditions and proper clothing are needed for a visit. The best time to visit is in the warmer months when conditions are more favorable and paths are easier to reach.
The lighthouse displays a light pattern every six seconds that changes color: white, red, or green depending on viewing direction. Additionally, it emits a radar sound signal with a Morse code pattern that helps ships even in bad weather.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
