Name and Location

Hellisøy fyr is a historic lighthouse located at QP26+R7, Fedje Municipality, Norway.

Construction and History

Hellisøy fyr was constructed between 1877 and 1881 during the construction era of the late 1800s. The architect responsible for its design is unknown, but it's believed to be an example of traditional Norwegian lighthouse architecture.

Architecture and Materials

The structure is built using local materials, including stone and wood. It stands at an impressive height of 32 meters.

Light and Navigation

Originally, the lighthouse featured a third-order Fresnel lens that emitted a light beam with a range of approximately 15 nautical miles (28 km). The characteristic pattern was Fl(3)W.15s, meaning it flashed three times every 15 seconds. Unfortunately, the original light source is no longer in operation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, but please note that there are no public facilities on-site. The nearest town is Fedje, which offers basic amenities.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse is situated on a rocky outcropping overlooking the North Sea. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding coastal landscape and sea.

Anecdotes and Folklore

None available.

Technical and Operational Details

Hellisøy fyr has been automated since its original manual operation ceased. Today, it serves as a listed cultural heritage site and is not operational for navigation purposes.

Further Information

For more information on Hellisøy fyr, please refer to: "Lighthouses of Norway" book by Lonely Planet (2020) or the article on Wikipedia (available in Danish).