Kópasker Lighthouse
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Kópasker Lighthouse

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Built1951
First lit1951
TypeCoastal lighthouse
Tower height14 m
Focal height21 m
Light characteristicFl WRG 20s
Range14 nautical miles
Access typeEasy walking route
Walking time30 min

Kópasker Lighthouse was built in 1951. The lighthouse stands by Kópasker and is approximately 14 metres high, with a focal height of about 21 metres above sea level.

The lighthouse is 14 metres high. The focal height is approximately 21 metres above sea level. The light has a listed range of 14 nautical miles.

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History

Kópasker Lighthouse was built in 1951. The lighthouse stands by Kópasker and is approximately 14 metres high, with a focal height of about 21 metres above sea level.

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An easy walking route leads to Kópasker Lighthouse on the Grímshöfn headland. The walk takes approximately 30–60 minutes and is open year-round.

Last verified 16 September 2026 Source

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