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Skarfagarðs Lighthouse

Fl Green 2s🇮🇸Reykjavik, ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skarfagarðs Lighthouse

Also known as: Skarfagarðs (Skarfagarth)

A 4-meter tall square tower with a lantern and gallery, Skarfagarðs lighthouse stands at the extremity of the Skarfagarðs jetty. This structure shelters Reykjavik's Viðey ferry terminal. Painted yellow, the tower features a focal height of 8 meters. It emits a single green flash every 2 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Reykjavik, just 0.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe operation of the Viðey ferry, acting as a navigational aid at the end of the Skarfagarðs jetty for vessels approaching and departing the terminal in downtown Reykjavik.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl G 2s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Reykjavik
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Sea Region
Located at the end of the Skarfagarðs jetty, which shelters the Viðey ferry terminal in downtown Reykjavik.
Latitude
64.1575°
Longitude
-21.8660°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Reykjavik(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L4513.3
NGA No.
18341

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skarfagarðs Lighthouse at night?+
Skarfagarðs displays the characteristic Fl Green 2s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skarfagarðs Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skarfagarðs Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Reykjavík at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Kópavogur (3.3 NM SW), Mosfellsbaer (3.9 NM E), Skerjafjördur (4 NM W), Hafnarfjørdur (6.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skarfagarðs Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skarfagarðs 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 Skarfagarðs Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skarfagarðs 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.