Name and Location

Geestemünde Oberfeuer Lighthouse is located at Am Handelshafen 12, 27570 Bremerhaven, Germany.

Construction and History

The Geestemünde Oberfeuer Lighthouse has been guiding mariners safely into the port of Bremerhaven since [year]. It stands at an impressive height of 27 meters (89 feet) and is one of the most important seamarks in the Port of Bremerhaven, serving as a rear light to guide vessels safely into the port.

Architecture and Materials

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Light and Navigation

Geestemünde Oberfeuer Lighthouse features a distinctive white light character with a period of 6 seconds. Its intensified beam illuminates the range line, ensuring that ships are aware of their position and trajectory. The lighthouse's name "Oberfeuer" translates to "upper beacon," referring to its elevated location and strategic importance in maintaining safe navigation.

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

• Light category: Rear
• Light character: Oc (a brief flash followed by a long period of darkness)
• Light colour: White
• Period: 6 seconds
• Range: 13 nautical miles

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