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Akranes Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 20s🇮🇸Akraneskaupstaður, ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Akranes Lighthouse

The Akranes lighthouse is a square concrete tower constructed in 1947, standing 13 meters tall with a focal height of 24 meters. It is located 0.6 km from the nearest port of Akranes. The lighthouse emits two white flashes every 20 seconds, with the light color changing to red or green depending on the direction. This newer structure replaced an original lighthouse built in 1918, which remains inactive to the south. The site is open to the public, although the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation along Iceland's western coastline, guiding vessels approaching the port of Akranes and warning of hazards within Faxaflói bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 20s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1918
First Lit
1947

Significant events: Station established 1891, current lighthouse built 1947, original lighthouse (built 1918) became inactive

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
in August 2013
Material
concrete

Structure: square dumbbell-shaped concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Akraneskaupstaður
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Akranes, Iceland
Latitude
64.3087°
Longitude
-22.0946°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Akranes(0.6 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-003
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Akranes Lighthouse at night?+
Akranes displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 20s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 20 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Akranes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Akranes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Akranes at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Grundartangi (8.8 NM ENE), Skerjafjördur (9.7 NM SSE), Reykjavík (11.2 NM SSE), Kópavogur (12.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Akranes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Akranes Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Akranes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Akranes Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.