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Hólmavik Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hólmavik Lighthouse

The Hólmavik lighthouse is a 3-meter yellow cylindrical tower with a round lantern. It rises 12 meters above sea level. The light flashes white, red, and green every 5 seconds, with a range of 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 0.2 km from the port of Holmavik. The grounds are accessible, but the tower is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the harbor entrance for Hólmavik, indicating safe passage. Its colored sectors provide specific directional information for maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Strandabyggð
Sea Region
harbor of Hólmavik
Latitude
65.7049°
Longitude
-21.6744°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Holmavik(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L4626
NGA No.
18664

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow

Structure: A 3m round lantern, painted yellow.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hólmavik Lighthouse at night?+
Hólmavik displays the characteristic Fl 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 Hólmavik Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hólmavik Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HOLMAVIK at 0.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Drangsnes (4.4 NM ESE), Ospakseyri (16.4 NM SSE), Nordurfjördur (20.9 NM N), Reykhólar (21.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hólmavik Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hólmavik 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 Hólmavik Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hólmavik 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.