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Kögur Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 15s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kögur Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1951, stands 8 meters tall and is painted white with a red lantern. Its focal height reaches 19 meters above sea level. The light emits a sequence of white, red, and green flashes every 15 seconds, indicating different sectors. Situated on a cape 5 kilometers northwest of Bakkagerði, Iceland, this lighthouse is operational. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels around the cape northwest of Bakkagerði, a critical point for local fishing fleets and coastal shipping in Iceland's eastern fjords. Its directional light provides precise warnings to mariners navigating the often-unpredictable waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 15s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1951

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white, lantern red
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Vopnafjarðarhreppur
Sea Region
A cape 5 km northwest of Bakkagerði, Iceland.
Latitude
65.7689°
Longitude
-14.7922°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vopnafjordur(1.4 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-109
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kögur Lighthouse at night?+
Kögur displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 15s. 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 Kögur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kögur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vopnafjördur at 1.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Bakkafjördur (15.2 NM N), Thorshofn (28.9 NM NNW), Borgarfjørdur eystri (29.1 NM ESE), Seydisfjørdur (36.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kögur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kögur 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 Kögur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kögur 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.