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Selsker Lighthouse

LFl 30s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Selsker Lighthouse

The Selsker Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower constructed in 1947, standing 15 meters tall. It emits a long white flash followed by a white flash every 30 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. The structure, painted white with a red lantern, is mounted on a round concrete base and features a gallery. Located on a rocky reef 5 kilometers north-northwest of Munaðarnes cape, it marks the western entrance to Húnaflói bay. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the western entrance to Húnaflói bay, warning them of the Munaðarnes cape and the surrounding rocky reef.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl 30s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Interval
30s
Raw Code
LFl.Fl W 30s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1947

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a round concrete base

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Árneshreppur
Sea Region
marks Munaðarnes, a prominent cape on the north coast at the western entrance to the Húnaflói, a broad bay that separates the northwestern fjord region from the rest of northern Iceland. Located on a rocky reef 5 km (3 mi) north northwest of the cape.
Latitude
66.0833°
Longitude
-21.5424°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Holmavik(23.0 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-023
Wikidata
Q3378378 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Selsker Lighthouse at night?+
Selsker displays the characteristic LFl 30s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Selsker Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Selsker Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nordurfjördur at 2 NM to the S. Other ports served include HOLMAVIK (22.9 NM S), Drangsnes (23.6 NM S), Skagaströnd (33.8 NM ESE), Sudavik (35.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Selsker Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Selsker 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 Selsker Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Selsker 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.