Lundey Lighthouse

The Lundey lighthouse is situated on Lundey Island, located in Skjálfandi bay, approximately 8.3 kilometres (5.2 miles) from Húsavík, in the Northeastern Region of Iceland.

History

• Lundey Island, also known as "Puffin Island" due to its large population of Atlantic Puffins, has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. The lighthouse was built to serve as a navigational aid for mariners in the Skjálfandi bay.

Architecture

The Lundey lighthouse is a small, cylindrical structure with a height of 46 metres (151 ft) above sea level and a focal height of 34 metres (112 ft). It features a distinctive white light that emits a sequence of flashes every 5 seconds. The tower's architecture is typical of early 20th-century Icelandic lighthouses.

Light Characteristics

• The Lundey lighthouse emits a Fl (first order) light, visible from a range of 7 nautical miles. Its light characteristics are as follows:
• Colour: White
• Height: 46 metres (151 ft)
• Period: 5 seconds
• Sequence: 0.5 + (4.5)

Current Status

The Lundey lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated.

Heritage Status

Lundey Island and the surrounding Skjálfandi bay are protected by Icelandic law as a natural heritage site.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events have been recorded for the Lundey lighthouse.