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Akranes Directional Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 3s🇮🇸Akraneskaupstaður, ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Akranes Directional Lighthouse

Also known as: Akranes Directional (ex-Range Rear)

A 28-meter-high square skeletal tower, painted black, is situated in Akranes. Its light, with a focal plane of 40 meters, emits an occulting white, red, or green signal every three seconds. This marker guides ships toward the Akranes harbor. The structure functions as a directional navigation aid. In 2018, the rear range light was converted to this directional system; the front light was deactivated that same year. The location is accessible to visitors, but the tower structure is not.

Why it matters: The directional light, updated in 2018, offers navigation reference for ships arriving at Akranes harbor, supporting safe maritime activity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 3s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Rear range light replaced with directional light in 2018, front light discontinued in 2018

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black

Structure: square skeletal communications tower painted black

Location

City
Akraneskaupstaður
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Entrance to Akranes harbor, located on Kirkjubraut in downtown Akranes.
Latitude
64.3199°
Longitude
-22.0787°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Akranes(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L4522.1
NGA No.
18388
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Akranes Directional Lighthouse at night?+
Akranes Directional displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 3s. 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 Directional Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Akranes Directional Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Akranes at 0.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Grundartangi (8.2 NM ENE), Skerjafjördur (10.3 NM S), Reykjavík (11.6 NM SSE), Kópavogur (13 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Akranes Directional Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Akranes Directional 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 Directional Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Akranes Directional 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.