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Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse

A 12.5-meter cylindrical masonry tower, painted red, stands on a small island near a cape about 20 km south of Fagurhólsmýri, Iceland. This islet has connections to Ingólfur Arnarson, the first Norse settler. The current tower was constructed in 1948, succeeding an earlier station established in 1916. It projects a white light, characterized by two flashes every 10 seconds (Fl W 10s). The light's focal height reaches 79 meters, offering a geographic range of 22.5 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower itself is not open.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for vessels approaching a cape and its adjacent waters, assisting navigation along Iceland's southern coastline. Its placement on an islet linked to the first Norse settler adds historical and cultural value to the location.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
79m
Geographic Range
22.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1948
First Lit
1916

Significant events: Station established 1916, current tower built 1948

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður
Sea Region
Located on an islet off a prominent cape about 20 km south of Fagurhólsmýri in Southeastern Suðurnes (Central South Coast) of Iceland. The islet is named for Ingólfur Arnarson, the legendary first Norse settler of Iceland, who landed here in 874.
Latitude
63.8017°
Longitude
-16.6371°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hofn, Hornafjordur(46.5 km)
ARLHS No.
ICE-057
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Suðurland Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Höfn, Hornafjørdur at 46.3 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suðurland Lighthouses 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 Suðurland Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suðurland Lighthouses 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.