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Geita fyr

Geita fyr, Askvoll, Vestland, Norway

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Geita Fyr

The Geita Fyr is located on Askvoll, Vestland, Norway.

The address of this lighthouse is not specified, but it can be found at Askvoll. This coastal town is situated in the western part of Norway.

History

The construction year of the Geita Fyr is reported to be around 1900.

It was reportedly built as a navigational aid for ships navigating the coast of Norway.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The tower height of the Geita Fyr is not specified, but its focal height is approximately 42.8 meters.

The lighthouse features a distinctive red light with an Iso character, indicating that it emits a beam of light in a specific direction.

The light has multiple colors, including white, green, and red, which are used to indicate different types of navigation information.

Light Characteristics

  • Red light with an Iso character
  • Multiple beams of light with varying ranges (10-13.1 nautical miles)
  • Each beam has a specific color and height

Current Status

The Geita Fyr is reportedly still active, although it may not be automated.

Heritage Status

No information is available on the heritage status of this lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are reported for the Geita Fyr.

Details

NameGeita fyr
CityAskvoll
CountryNorway
Coordinates61.26916, 4.8111753
Current useactive navigation