Akranes Lighthouse
A lighthouse you can climb, whose acoustics turned the base into a small concert hall.
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Two lighthouses stand on the point at Akranes: a smaller one built in 1918 and the taller working tower of 1947. The newer one is unusual in being open for people to climb - a staircase runs up to the lamp room and a balcony with a view over Faxafloi to Snaefellsjokull on a clear day. The concrete drum at the base turned out to have long reverberation and good acoustics, and it has been used for concerts and recordings since, as well as exhibitions of photography. The point is also a good place to watch birds, and seals sometimes come close to the rocks.
What you actually see
- Two towers, 1918 and 1947 - the older small, the newer working.
- A tower open to climb - stairs to the lamp room and balcony.
- Acoustics used for concerts - the base drum's long reverberation.
- Views across Faxafloi - to Snaefellsjokull in clear weather.
When to go
Year round; opening depends on volunteers and season. An hour.
Honest expectations
Access to the tower is not guaranteed - it depends on who is there. The stairs are steep and narrow. The point is exposed and wind makes the balcony unpleasant. Facilities are limited.
Nearby
Akranes town is behind; Borgarnes and Hvalfjordur are north and south.
What to pack for Akranes Lighthouse
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
