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Selvíkurnef Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Selvíkurnef Lighthouse

Selvíkurnef Lighthouse, a stone tower standing 8 meters tall, was built and first lit in 1930. The structure is painted yellow and has a focal height of 20 meters. It emits a white, red, and green light, flashing white, green, or red every 5 seconds. Located on the east side of Siglufjörður, opposite the village of the same name, it is situated across from the nearest port, Siglufjordur, which is 0.9 kilometers away. The lighthouse is operational and has a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides essential sector light guidance for vessels entering and navigating within Siglufjörður, delineating safe channels and warning of hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1930

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Siglufjordur(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L4654
NGA No.
18728
ARLHS No.
ICE-077

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Color
yellow
Material
stone

Structure: stone tower, painted yellow

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Fjallabyggð
Sea Region
east side of the Siglufjörður opposite the fishing village of the same name
Latitude
66.1591°
Longitude
-18.8661°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Selvíkurnef Lighthouse at night?+
Selvíkurnef displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 5s. 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 Selvíkurnef Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Selvíkurnef Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Siglufjørdur - høfn at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Olafsfjørdur (7.4 NM SE), Dalvík (13.9 NM SE), Hrisey (16 NM SE), Arskogssandur (17.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Selvíkurnef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Selvíkurnef 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 Selvíkurnef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Selvíkurnef 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.