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Súgandisey Lighthouse

F Red 3s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Súgandisey Lighthouse

The Súgandisey lighthouse, built in 1948, is a 4-meter tall cylindrical tower painted red. It stands on a hilltop on the north side of the Stykkishólmur harbor in Iceland. The lighthouse emits a continuous red light from a focal height of 30 meters, with a geographic range of 4 nautical miles. Its structure includes a round lantern room, also painted red. The lighthouse is located just 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Stykkishólmur.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for ships navigating the approach to Stykkishólmur, a significant fishing and ferry port on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Its accessible hilltop site also draws visitors, offering a unique vantage point to appreciate the maritime activity and the Icelandic coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1948

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Stykkisholmur(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
L4554
NGA No.
18484
ARLHS No.
ICE-114

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: A 4m round lantern, painted red.

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Sveitarfélagið Stykkishólmur
Sea Region
on a hilltop on the north side of the harbor of Stykkisholmúr, Iceland
Latitude
65.0803°
Longitude
-22.7232°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Súgandisey Lighthouse at night?+
Súgandisey displays the characteristic F Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Súgandisey Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Súgandisey Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stykkisholmur - høfn at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Grundarfjørdur (16.3 NM SW), Flatey (18 NM NNW), Budardalur (24 NM E), Reykhólar (24.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Súgandisey Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Súgandisey 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 Súgandisey Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Súgandisey 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.