Norðfjörður Lighthouse
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Norðfjörður Lighthouse

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TypeCoastal lighthouse
Tower height8 m
Focal height38 m

Norðfjörður Lighthouse

Norðfjörður Lighthouse is located at the outer edge of the town of Neskaupstaður and is one of the area’s most scenic viewpoints.

A large viewing platform surrounds the lighthouse, allowing visitors to walk freely and enjoy breathtaking views both out to the open ocean and into Norðfjörður fjord.

The site offers a unique combination of coastal power and fjord tranquility and is a popular stop for walkers, photographers and anyone wishing to take in the dramatic landscapes of East Iceland.

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Norðfjörður Lighthouse serves navigation around Norðfjörður in East Iceland. The tower is approximately eight metres high with a focal height of about 38 metres above sea level.

Last verified 16 September 2026 Source

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

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