Hjalteyri Lighthouse
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Hjalteyri Lighthouse

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Built1920
First lit1920
TypeCoastal lighthouse
Tower height12.5 m
Focal height13 m
Light characteristicFl(2)WRG 20s
Range12 nautical miles
Building materialSteel

Hjalteyri Lighthouse was erected in 1920 on the shore of Eyjafjörður. The 12.5-metre structure is made of bolted and riveted steel. It originally used a kerosene light, later gas lighting, and was electrified in 1960.

The lighthouse is 12.5 metres high. The focal height is approximately 13 metres above sea level. The light has a listed range of 12 nautical miles.

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Hjalteyri Lighthouse was erected in 1920 on the shore of Eyjafjörður. The 12.5-metre structure is made of bolted and riveted steel. It originally used a kerosene light, later gas lighting, and was electrified in 1960.

Last verified 16 September 2026 Source

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