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Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse

LFl White/Red/Green 6s🇮🇸ISOperational

Location & Light Range

About Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse

Built in 1920, Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse is a 8-meter tall cylindrical stone tower painted yellow with a red lantern. It stands on a promontory on the east side of Eyjafjörður, about 6 km north of Akureyri. The lighthouse features a gallery and emits a sequence of flashing white, red, and green lights every 6 seconds, with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. This structure serves as a navigational aid for vessels on the fjord. The tower's focal plane is 9 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides guidance for vessels navigating the eastern side of Eyjafjörður, particularly important for traffic approaching the nearby port of Akureyri.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
LFl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Long Flash
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
LFl WRG 6s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1920

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Akureyri(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L4668
NGA No.
18788
ARLHS No.
ICE-096

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a red lantern
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Region
Svalbarðsstrandarhreppur
Sea Region
East side of the Eyjafjörður, on a promontory just north of Svalbarðseyri village, approximately 6 km north of Akureyri.
Latitude
65.7441°
Longitude
-18.0912°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse at night?+
Svalbarðseyri displays the characteristic LFl White/Red/Green 6s. 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 Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Akureyri at 3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Hjalteyri (6.8 NM NNW), Grenivík (12.7 NM N), Arskogssandur (13.8 NM NNW), Hrisey (15.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Svalbarðseyri 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 Svalbarðseyri Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Svalbarðseyri 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.