Name and Location

The Dänholm Lighthouse is located in Stralsund, Germany, on the Baltic Sea coast.

Construction and History

The Dänholm Lighthouse was constructed in the early 20th century to guide mariners through the treacherous waters of the Baltic Sea. The exact date of its construction is unclear, but it is believed to have been built around 1900-1910. The lighthouse has undergone several renovations and restorations over the years, with the most significant being in the 1980s when it was converted from a manual-to-automatic light system.

Architecture and Materials

The Dänholm Lighthouse stands at an impressive 18 meters (59 feet) tall. Its metal structure is designed to withstand the harsh marine environment and has been well-maintained over the years. The lighthouse's unique design features a distinctive red stripe running vertically up its length, which serves as a visual aid for mariners.

Light and Navigation

The Dänholm Lighthouse is equipped with three light systems: Main Light (green Occulting Light visible from 8 nautical miles), Secondary Light (white Occulting Light visible from 11 nautical miles), and Third Light (red Occulting Light visible from 8 nautical miles). These lights operate in a sequence, flashing every 6 seconds to guide vessels through the busy shipping lanes of the Baltic Sea. The lighthouse also serves as a reference point for navigation charts and has been assigned the identifier "C 2645" by the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities.

Accessibility and Visiting

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Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The Dänholm Lighthouse has undergone several renovations and restorations over the years, with the most significant being in the 1980s when it was converted from a manual-to-automatic light system.

Further Information

• Sources:
• German Lighthouse Society (Deutscher Leuchtturmverein)
• International Association of Lighthouse Authorities
• Google Maps and other online mapping services