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Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse

Built in 1964, the Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse is a square concrete tower standing 14 meters tall. It is painted white with orange accents on its lantern and gallery. The lighthouse displays a white flash every 20 seconds from a focal height of 46 meters, visible for 18.1 nautical miles. Situated at the end of a peninsula, about 5 km west of Suðereyi, it marks the entrance to Súgandafjörður. This active aid to navigation is located approximately 5.6 km from the nearest port, Flateyri.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Súgandafjörður, guiding vessels through its potentially hazardous entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1964

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Flateyri(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L4575
NGA No.
18544
ARLHS No.
ICE-041

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted orange

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Ísafjarðarbær
Sea Region
Located at the tip of a peninsula about 5 km west of Suðereyi, marking the entrance to the Súgandafjörður.
Latitude
66.1178°
Longitude
-23.6566°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse at night?+
Sauðanes Northwest displays the characteristic Fl 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 Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sudureyri/Sugandafjord at 3.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Flateyri (5.5 NM SE), Bolungarvik (10.4 NM ENE), Isafjørdur - høfn (13.2 NM ESE), Thingeyri (15 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sauðanes Northwest 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 Sauðanes Northwest Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sauðanes Northwest 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.