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Sandgerði Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇮🇸Suðurnesjabær, ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sandgerði Lighthouse

The Sandgerði Lighthouse, built of concrete, stands 19 meters tall on the waterfront of the town. It is a cylindrical tower with a yellow-brown finish, featuring a lantern and gallery at the top. The structure arises from the seaward end of a large warehouse-type building. First lit in 1916, the tower's height was increased in 1945. It was formerly the rear light of an approach range, becoming a leading light after the front light was removed. The light displays white, red, and green signals in a cycle of 6 seconds. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a leading light, guiding vessels into the port of Sandgerði, which is located 0.3 km away. Its integrated design with a warehouse building is a notable architectural feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
25m
Light Range
15NM (27.8 km)
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1916

Significant events: Tower raised in height in 1945, formerly rear light of an approach range, front light removed when it became a leading light, no lens observed in 2025

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow-brown
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, arising at the seaward end of a large warehouse-type building

Location

City
Suðurnesjabær
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Waterfront of Sandgerði, a town near the northwest corner of the Reykjanes peninsula, about 6 km west of Keflavík
Latitude
64.0401°
Longitude
-22.7137°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sandgerdi(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L4476
NGA No.
115-18184
ARLHS No.
ICE-021
Wikidata
Q3378369 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Sandgerði Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 25 meters and a nominal range of 15 nautical miles (approximately 27.8 km), Sandgerði is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Sandgerði Lighthouse at night?+
Sandgerði displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Sandgerði Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sandgerði Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sandgerdi at 0.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Helguvik (4.4 NM ESE), KEFLAVIK (4.9 NM ESE), Keflavikurkaupstadur (4.9 NM ESE), Njardvik (6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sandgerði Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sandgerði 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 Sandgerði Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sandgerði 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.