Reykjanesviti, Concrete lighthouse in Reykjanesbær, Iceland
Reykjanesviti is a concrete lighthouse on the Reykjanes Peninsula that rises 31 meters above the rocky landscape. The structure features white walls topped with a black lantern room where light signals guide vessels through these busy shipping waters.
This lighthouse was built in 1878 and was Iceland's first light for maritime navigation. Earthquake damage forced its relocation from Valahnúkur to Bæjarfell in 1908, where it remains today.
The lighthouse represents Iceland's maritime heritage and serves as a symbol of the nation's commitment to protecting seafarers along its coastline.
The lighthouse sits on the Reykjanes Peninsula and can be reached by the coastal road from Reykjanesbær. This is an open, windier location, so visitors should dress warmly and prepare for exposed conditions.
The structure includes a differential GPS system and radio beacon that transmit correction signals for more accurate navigation. This technology helps ships determine their position in these challenging Icelandic waters with greater precision.
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