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VirtsuTuletorn

Majaka tn 36, Virtsu, 90101 Pärnu maakond, Estonia

Name and Location

The Virtsu Tuletorn is a historic lighthouse located in Virtsu, Pärnu County, Estonia. The address of the lighthouse is Majaka tn 36, Virtsu, 90101 Pärnu maakond, Estonia.

Construction and History

The Virtsu Tuletorn was built during an unknown construction era. Although the exact date of its construction is not available, it is known to be a seasonal reserve light. The lighthouse has a height of 19 meters and a focal height of [focal height].

Light and Navigation

The Virtsu Tuletorn emits a white light with a period of 5 seconds and a range of 12 miles. The light characteristic is marked as Fl.W.4s.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Virtsu Tuletorn, but there are no on-site facilities or guided tours available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape of the lighthouse offers a scenic view of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding coastal area. The nearby environment is characterized by [briefly describe the surrounding environment].

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are known about the Virtsu Tuletorn.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was automated, meaning it did not require manual operation by a keeper. The exact date of automation is unknown. The lighthouse is referenced in nautical charts as C 3632.

Further Information

The lighthouse has heritage status, but its exact designation is unknown. There are no notable photos or gallery mentions available for the Virtsu Tuletorn.

Details

NameVirtsuTuletorn
City
CountryEstonia
Coordinates58.56725, 23.5016
Year of construction[yearofconstruction]
Events
Historic significanceHeritagestatus
Keeper stories
Stories
Construction material
Focal height[focalheight]
Tower height19meters
Landscape type
View descriptionScenicviewoftheBalticSeaandthesurroundingcoastalarea
Light characteristicFl.W.4s
Light range12miles