Coastal Culture

The history of Langøytangen lighthouse station dates back to 1828.

Langøytangen Lighthouse has accommodation in a lighthouse keeper's residence just outside Langesund. The lighthouse is located on idyllic Langøya.

The history of Langøytangen lighthouse station dates back to 1828.

Tollpakkboden is a log-built warehouse, the main part of which dates from the early 1700s.

The old guardhouse is now a customs museum, with artefacts found there from long ago.

Tangen Fort, located at the far end of Langesundstangen, is a popular hiking area just south of central Langesund.