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Arnarnes Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 10s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Arnarnes Lighthouse

Completed in 1921, Arnarnes Lighthouse is a 6-meter square tower constructed of corrugated iron, painted yellow with a red lantern. It stands atop a steep promontory about 5 kilometers north of Suðavík, on a bluff overlooking highway 61. The lighthouse has a focal height of 60 meters and a geographic range of 20.1 nautical miles. Its light emits a white, red, or green signal with three flashes every 10 seconds. The tower itself is closed to the public, though the site is accessible.

Why it matters: Arnarnes Lighthouse marks the entrance to Skutulsfjörður from Ísafjörður, providing guidance for vessels navigating this important inlet.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 10s
Focal Height
60m
Geographic Range
20.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1921

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow with a red lantern
Material
iron

Structure: square corrugated iron tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Ísafjarðarbær
Sea Region
marks the entrance to the Skutulsfjörður from the Ísafjörður, located atop a steep promontory about 5 km north of Suðavík, on a bluff above highway 61.
Latitude
66.0987°
Longitude
-23.0380°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Isafjordur - hofn(2.9 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-028
Wikidata
Q3378150 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Arnarnes Lighthouse at night?+
Arnarnes displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 10s. 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 Arnarnes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Arnarnes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Isafjørdur - høfn at 2.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Sudavik (4 NM SSE), Bolungarvik (6 NM NW), Flateyri (11.8 NM WSW), Sudureyri/Sugandafjord (12 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Arnarnes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Arnarnes 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 Arnarnes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Arnarnes 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.