Geeste Nordmole Behelfsfeuer
Der schiefe Turm zu Bremerhaven, Bussestraße, 27568 Bremerhaven, Germany
Name and Location
The Geeste Nordmole Behelfsfeuer lighthouse is located on the Geestemünde Harbor in Bremerhaven, Lower Saxony, Germany.
Construction and History
The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the 19th century. Originally a temporary aid to navigation, serving as a beacon for ships entering the harbor, its importance grew over time, making it a vital component of the port's infrastructure.
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse stands approximately 10 meters (33 feet) tall, with a red color scheme that serves as a visual warning to mariners of potential hazards. Its simple yet functional design has been preserved through the years, making it an attractive addition to the harbor's scenic landscape.
Light and Navigation
The Geeste Nordmole Behelfsfeuer is a sector light, meaning its beam is restricted to a specific range (5 kilometers or 3.1 miles) and direction (360 degrees). This type of light is essential for guiding ships entering the harbor, particularly at night or in poor visibility conditions.
Accessibility and Visiting
No information available on accessibility and visiting the lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse is an attractive addition to the harbor's scenic landscape, offering a visual warning to mariners of potential hazards.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore available for this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
No technical or operational details available for this lighthouse.
Further Information
For further information on the Geeste Nordmole Behelfsfeuer lighthouse, consult Wikidata: Q1567574.
Details
Name | Geeste Nordmole Behelfsfeuer |
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City | Bremerhaven |
Country | Germany |
Coordinates | 53.5358885, 8.5746731 |
Historic significance | played a crucial role in maritime navigation for centuries |
Stories | played a crucial role in maritime navigation for centuries |
Architectural style | simple yet functional design |
Tower height | 10 |
Access description | Located on the Geestemünde Harbor |
View description | scenic landscape |
Nearby attractions | ["harbor's scenic landscape"] |
Light characteristic | "sector light, restricted to a specific range and direction (360 degrees)" |
Light range | 5 |