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Málmey Lighthouse

Fl (2) White, Red, Green 15s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Málmey Lighthouse

A 9-meter cylindrical concrete tower with a red lantern and gallery was first lit in 1938 on Málmey, an island forming the eastern entrance to Skagafjörður. The lighthouse stands at a focal height of 66 meters, offering a geographic range of 20.9 nautical miles. Its light displays two white, red, or green flashes every 15 seconds. The island is surrounded by sheer cliffs, with the lighthouse situated on its southeast side. The nearest port is Hofsos, 7.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Skagafjörður, with its sector light warning vessels away from the island's sheer cliffs at the fjord's eastern entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White, Red, Green 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White, Red, Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 15s
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
20.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1938

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hofsos(7.2 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-013

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow, lantern red
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Málmey is a high island in the eastern entrance to the Skagafjörður; sheer cliffs surround it on all sides. Located on the southeast side of the island.
Latitude
66.0074°
Longitude
-19.5385°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Málmey Lighthouse at night?+
Málmey displays the characteristic Fl (2) White, Red, Green 15s — 2 white, red, green flashes every 15 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 Málmey Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Málmey Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hofsós at 7.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Saudarkrokur - høfn (15.5 NM S), Siglufjørdur - høfn (17.7 NM ENE), Skagaströnd (22 NM WSW), Olafsfjørdur (22.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Málmey Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Málmey 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 Málmey Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Málmey 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.