Malarrifs Lighthouse
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Malarrifs Lighthouse

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Built1946
First lit1946
TypeCoastal lighthouse
Tower height20.2 m
Light characteristicFl(4)WRG 30s
Range16 nautical miles
Building materialConcrete

Malarrifs Lighthouse is a lighthouse in West Iceland. Lighthouses are an important part of Iceland's maritime heritage and often stand in striking coastal settings.

Lighthouses are an important part of Iceland's maritime heritage and often stand in striking coastal settings. The surrounding area can be worthwhile for coastal views and photography. While exploring West Iceland, it can also be useful to browse places around Borgarnes and plan nearby stops as part of the same route.

Active lighthouse
Historic
Protected
Keeper's house
Open to visitors
Parking
Viewpoint

History

The first lighthouse at Malarrif was erected in 1917. The present concrete lighthouse was built in 1946 and protected as a historic structure in 2003.

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Malarrifsviti

Malarrifsviti er hluti af fjölbreyttri náttúru, menningu og afþreyingu Íslands.

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