Lighthouse · North Iceland
Raufarhöfn Lighthouse
Raufarhafnarviti
lighthouse in Iceland
Before you go
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
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Quick facts
- Raufarhöfn Lighthouse is 590 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 44 min by car.
- Raufarhöfn Lighthouse is a lighthouse in North Iceland.
The facts
| From Reykjavík | 590 km by road, about 8 h 44 min |
|---|---|
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 66.4540° N, 15.9324° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
Questions people ask
What is Raufarhöfn Lighthouse?
Raufarhöfn Lighthouse is a lighthouse in North Iceland.
Where is Raufarhöfn Lighthouse?
Raufarhöfn Lighthouse is at 66.4540° N, 15.9324° W, in North Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Arnarvatn, a lake about 10 km away in a straight line.
How far is Raufarhöfn Lighthouse from Reykjavík?
Raufarhöfn Lighthouse is 590 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 44 min by car.
How do I get to Raufarhöfn Lighthouse?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Raufarhöfn Lighthouse, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Raufarhöfn Lighthouse?
We have not verified a fee for Raufarhöfn Lighthouse. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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