Arnarnes Lighthouse

The Arnarnes lighthouse is situated on Djúpvegur, a coastal road in Iceland, near the town of Ísafjörður. The location provides stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

History

The Arnarnes lighthouse was constructed in 1961 to aid navigation for mariners in the area.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse stands at a height of 60 meters (197 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of 100 meters (328 feet). It is characterized by its distinctive green and white striped pattern. The tower's design is typical of modern lighthouses, with a hexagonal shape and a rotating light source.

Light Characteristics

• Green (60 meters) - 10 seconds
• White (60 meters) - 10 seconds
• Red (60 meters) - 10 seconds
• Green (60 meters) - 10 seconds
• White (60 meters) - 10 seconds
• Red (60 meters) - 10 seconds

Current Status

The Arnarnes lighthouse is currently an automated aid to navigation, with its light source operated by a computer system.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage status information is available for the Arnarnes lighthouse.