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Rauðinúpur Lighthouse

Mo White 20s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rauðinúpur Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 1958, stands on a promontory at the northwestern corner of the Melrakkaslétta peninsula. The cylindrical concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall, is painted yellow and features a red lantern. Its light, situated 63 meters above sea level, emits a white flash in Morse code R every 20 seconds, visible for 20.5 nautical miles. The station was first established in 1929. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the entrance to Öxarfjörður, a fjord important for local fishing and shipping, and its unique Morse code signal serves as an unmistakable identifier for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Mo White 20s
Flash Type
Morse
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Mo(R) W 20s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

Significant events: station established 1929

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a red lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Norðurþing
Sea Region
a promontory at the northwestern corner of the Melrakkaslétta, Iceland's northeastern peninsula, marking the entrance to the Öxarfjörður
Latitude
66.5082°
Longitude
-16.5409°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kopasker - hofn(12.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L4696
ARLHS No.
ICE-072
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rauðinúpur Lighthouse at night?+
Rauðinúpur displays the characteristic Mo White 20s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rauðinúpur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rauðinúpur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kopasker - høfn at 12.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Raufarhöfn (14.7 NM ESE), Husavik - høfn (34 NM SW), Thorshofn (34.5 NM ESE), GRIMSEY (35.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rauðinúpur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rauðinúpur 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 Rauðinúpur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rauðinúpur 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.