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Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse

Oc Green 3s🇮🇸Hafnarfjordur, ISOperational

This 7-meter concrete post lighthouse is part of the Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses. It is located on the waterfront of the industrial harbor at Straumsvík, near Hafnarfjordur. The structure features a red triangular daymark situated above a square white concrete equipment shelter. Its light emits a green occulting signal that occurs once every 3 seconds. The site is open to visitors, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: This rear range light, working with a front light, provides essential alignment for commercial vessels entering the industrial harbor at Straumsvík. Its function is critical for safe navigation through the approach channels into this busy port.

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc G 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM
City
Hafnarfjordur
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Located on the waterfront of an industrial harbor at Straumsvík, part of the Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses.
Latitude
64.0430°
Longitude
-22.0385°
Nearest Port
Straumsvik(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L4495.1
NGA No.
18256
Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
post
Tower Color
red and white
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7m post carrying a red triangular daymark, centered on a square white concrete equipment shelter.

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses displays the characteristic Oc Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Straumsvik at 0.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Hafnarfjørdur (2.2 NM NE), Kópavogur (4.9 NM NNE), Skerjafjördur (6.4 NM N), Reykjavík (7.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses 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 Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Reykjavík Approach Lighthouses 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.