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Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse

Dir White/Red/Green 5s🇮🇸Hafnarfjordur, ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse

This 6-meter cylindrical concrete tower stands at the seaward end of a 1-story concrete building within Hafnarfjörður harbor. Its focal height reaches 13 meters, emitting a directional white, red, or green light with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The light replaced former Hafnarfjörður range lights, offering precise guidance for vessels entering the fishing port on the southwest side of Reykjavík. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This directional light provides precise navigational cues, helping to guide vessels safely into Hafnarfjörður harbor, a significant fishing port on Iceland's southwest coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Dir White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Dir
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Dir Fl W R G
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced former Hafnarfjörður range lights

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m round concrete tower rises from the seaward end of a 1-story concrete building.

Location

City
Hafnarfjordur
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Hafnarfjörður harbor, a fishing port on the southwest side of Reykjavík
Latitude
64.0708°
Longitude
-21.9660°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hafnarfjordur(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L4498.5
NGA No.
18259
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse at night?+
Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) displays the characteristic Dir White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hafnarfjørdur at 0.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kópavogur (2.6 NM NNE), Straumsvik (2.6 NM SW), Skerjafjördur (4.9 NM NNW), Reykjavík (5.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) 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 Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hafnarfjörður (Straumsvík Leading Light) 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.