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Krossnes Lighthouse

Fl (4) White, Red, Green 20s🇮🇸Grundarfjarðarbær, ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Krossnes Lighthouse

Krossnes Lighthouse, built in 1926, is a 9-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower painted yellow. It stands on a promontory eight kilometers northwest of Grundarfjörður, Iceland. The structure features a lantern and gallery, with its light positioned 19 meters above sea level. Its operational light emits four flashes of white, green, or red every 20 seconds. This lighthouse is situated on what appears to be a farm and serves the waters off the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

Why it matters: The directional light from Krossnes Lighthouse is particularly important for vessels approaching Grundarfjörður, warning them of the promontory and guiding them through specific channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White, Red, Green 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White, Red, Green
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl(4) WGR 20s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1926

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Grundarfjordur(4.0 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-065

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted yellow

Location

City
Grundarfjarðarbær
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Located at the end of a promontory 8 km northwest of Grundarfjörður. It appears from Huelse's photo that the lighthouse is on a farm.
Latitude
64.9713°
Longitude
-23.3570°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Krossnes Lighthouse at night?+
Krossnes displays the characteristic Fl (4) White, Red, Green 20s — 4 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 Krossnes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Krossnes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grundarfjørdur at 3.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Olafsvík (9.9 NM WSW), Rif-Hellisandur (11.8 NM WSW), Stykkisholmur - høfn (17 NM ENE), Flatey (26 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Krossnes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Krossnes 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 Krossnes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Krossnes 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.