Hraunhafnartangaviti

The Hraunhafnartangaviti lighthouse is located on the northeast coast of Iceland, approximately 10 kilometers northwest of the town of Raufarhöfn. It is situated about 800 meters south of the Arctic Circle, making it the northernmost lighthouse in Iceland. The lighthouse was built in 1951 and features a square, concrete tower that stands 19 meters tall, with a red lantern house and a distinctive double vertical black stripe design.

The lighthouse has a unique characteristic, emitting a long and short flash every 30 seconds, with the flash appearing white or red depending on the direction from the lighthouse. The tower's design and coloring serve as a navigational aid for mariners in the area. The lighthouse is still operational, providing an important service to those navigating the coastal waters of Iceland.

As the northernmost lighthouse in Iceland, Hraunhafnartangaviti holds a significant position in the country's maritime history. Its construction in 1951 marked an important development in the country's efforts to improve maritime safety and navigation. Today, the lighthouse remains a vital part of Iceland's coastal landscape, guiding mariners and serving as a notable landmark in the region.

Light and tower

It has a square tower with balcony and lantern tower. The tower is built of concrete. Its daymark is white tower, red lantern, apparent double vertical black stripes. The light has a focal height of 21 metres. Its light characteristic is Fl (2) WR 30 s. It was first lit in 1951. Its recorded status is active.