Nyholmen Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located on Nyholmen, a small island in Bodø municipality in Nordland county. The lighthouse was established in 1862 to guide ships that hit Bodø and the surrounding waters. The building is constructed of brick and has a characteristic red colour, which makes it easily visible from the sea. Nyholmen Lighthouse has a height of 24 meters and has a lens that emits light that can be seen from a great distance.
The lighthouse has been of great importance to shipping in the area, and it was manned until 1987, when it was automated. Today, Nyholmen Lighthouse is part of Bodø's maritime cultural heritage and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals. The area around the lighthouse also has a rich flora and fauna, and it is possible to observe various bird species that nest nearby. Nyholmen Lighthouse is a symbol of Bodø's maritime history and has been preserved as a cultural monument.
