Digranes Lighthouse

The Digranes Lighthouse is situated at Steintún 1 in Kópavogur, Iceland.

• The district's borders are defined by the Hafnarfjarðarvegur in the west, Kópavogslækur in the south, Fossvogslækur in the north and the Reykjanesbraut in the east.

History

The Digranes Lighthouse was constructed in 1903. It is one of five lighthouses built along the Reykjanes Peninsula to aid navigation for ships approaching the Icelandic coast.

• The lighthouse features a distinctive red-and-white striped pattern, with three rotating lights that emit red, white, and green flashes in a specific sequence.

The light characteristics are designed to provide clear navigation aids for mariners.

Current Status

The Digranes Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated since its construction. Today, the lighthouse is no longer used as a primary navigational aid due to advances in technology and more modern navigation systems.

Heritage Status

The Digranes Lighthouse was designated as a protected cultural heritage site by the Icelandic government in recognition of its historical significance and architectural importance.

• The lighthouse played an important role during World War II, serving as a key aid to navigation for Allied ships approaching Iceland's coast.

Notable Historical Events

The Digranes Lighthouse features prominently in various maritime histories and publications.