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Hólmsberg Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Hólmsberg Lighthouse

The Hólmsberg Lighthouse is a 13-meter concrete tower built in 1956. Its exterior is painted orange, topped with a red lantern and gallery. The cylindrical structure stands on a promontory located 2.5 kilometers northwest of Keflavík, Iceland. Its light, visible for 16.4 nautical miles, emits two white, red, or green flashes every 20 seconds. The lighthouse's operational focal height is 36 meters. Visitors can access the site, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels navigating the waters near Keflavík, particularly those approaching or departing the port of Helguvík, which is 0.6 kilometers away. Its directional light system helps mariners safely navigate around the promontory.

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
36m
Geographic Range
16.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1956

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange with a red lantern and gallery
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
A promontory about 2.5 km northwest of Keflavík, Iceland
Latitude
64.0303°
Longitude
-22.5565°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Helguvik(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L4483
ARLHS No.
ICE-047
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hólmsberg Lighthouse at night?+
Hólmsberg 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 Hólmsberg Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hólmsberg Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Helguvik at 0.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include KEFLAVIK (1.7 NM S), Keflavikurkaupstadur (1.8 NM S), Njardvik (3.1 NM SSE), Sandgerdi (4.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hólmsberg Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hólmsberg 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 Hólmsberg Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hólmsberg 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.