Name and Location

The Svjetionik Lopata, also known as Lighthouse Lopata, is located in WHM7+VW Neum, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction and era in which it was built are unknown. Although the lighthouse is no longer functioning as a primary aid to navigation, it has been converted into a museum or monument, preserving its historical significance.

Architecture and Materials

No information is available on the architect or architectural style of the lighthouse. The construction materials used are also unknown.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse stands at 6 meters tall, with a focal height of unknown meters. It has a light range of 4 nautical miles and a light characteristic of Fl (3) W. 15s, indicating a flashing light every 15 seconds, with three flashes per cycle.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although the lighthouse is no longer functioning as a primary aid to navigation, visitors can enter the museum or monument. However, access information is limited, and there are no opening hours, entrance fee, guided tours, or on-site facilities available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the lighthouse is unknown due to lack of information. The surrounding landscape and environment are also unknown.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available about the Svjetionik Lopata.

Technical and Operational Details

The operation of the lighthouse was automated, but no further details are known about its automation. There is no information on any AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation at the lighthouse. The lighthouse is referenced in E 3521.3, but no further nautical chart references are known.

Further Information

No significant historical events, such as shipwrecks or notable visits, are associated with the lighthouse. There are no stories of former lighthouse keepers, and no nearby attractions are mentioned or referenced.