Kappelintie Lighthouse
Kappelintie 7, 44500 Viitasaari, Finland
Name and Location
The Kappelintie Lighthouse is located in Viitasaari, Finland, at the address of Kappelintie 7, 44500 Viitasaari, Finland.
2. Construction and History
While the exact year of construction for the Kappelintie Lighthouse is not publicly available, it is likely that the lighthouse was built during the early 20th century or earlier, considering its location and purpose as a navigational aid. The architectural style of the lighthouse is also unclear, but it is possible that it follows a traditional Finnish design.
3. Architecture and Materials
No specific information on the architecture and materials used in the construction of the Kappelintie Lighthouse is available.
4. Light and Navigation
The Kappelintie Lighthouse is equipped with a light characteristic of Fl(3)W.15s, indicating a flashing white light with a period of 15 seconds and three flashes per cycle. This unique pattern helps mariners distinguish the lighthouse from other navigational aids in the area.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse by following the coordinates 63.0796017, 25.8469977, which correspond to the lighthouse's center point. While there is no information on guided tours or entrance fees, it is possible that local authorities or private organizations may offer visits or tours upon request.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The Kappelintie Lighthouse stands in the midst of a picturesque Finnish landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The surrounding environment is characterized by its natural beauty and tranquility, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking or birdwatching.
8. Technical and Operational Details
Unfortunately, there is no information available on whether the Kappelintie Lighthouse still functions as an active aid to navigation or has been converted into a museum or other non-navigational use.
Details
Name | Kappelintie Lighthouse |
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City | Viitasaari |
Country | Finland |
Coordinates | 63.0796017, 25.8469977 |
Tower height | 3 |
Access description | Coordinates: 63.0796017, 25.8469977 |
Landscape type | picnic landscape |
View description | Surrounded by rolling hills and forests |
Facilities | toilets, cafe, gift shop |
Nearby attractions | ["Wikipedia article on Viitasaari, Finland"] |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |