Gollwitz Lighthouse
2FF8+JX Poel, Germany
Name and Location
The Gollwitz Lighthouse is located on the Insel Poel, a small island in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.
Construction and History
The exact year of construction for the Gollwitz Lighthouse is unknown. However, it is believed to have been built in the 19th century as part of a series of lighthouses established by the German government to improve maritime safety. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 21 meters (69 feet) and features a distinctive white coloration with a black lantern room.
Architecture and Materials
The Gollwitz Lighthouse has not been described in detail regarding its architecture or materials, but it is notable for its white coloration with a black lantern room.
Light and Navigation
The Gollwitz Lighthouse serves as a light support for mariners, providing a vital source of guidance in the often treacherous waters of the Baltic Sea. The lighthouse's original function was to provide a beacon to guide ships safely into and out of the nearby port city of Wismar. The lighthouse exhibits a unique light characteristic, featuring three distinct lights with different colors and periods: Oc (one flash every 5 seconds) in green, Oc (one flash every 5 seconds) in white, and Oc (one flash every 5 seconds) in red. The lighthouse's range extends to approximately 13 nautical miles (24 kilometers), with a sector spanning from 80° to 85°.
Accessibility and Visiting
No information is available regarding accessibility or visiting the Gollwitz Lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
No information is available regarding notable views or landscape around the Gollwitz Lighthouse.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No stories or anecdotes are available about the Gollwitz Lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
The Gollwitz Lighthouse is automated, meaning it does not require manual operation by a keeper. This was likely implemented in the mid-20th century as part of a broader effort to modernize and streamline lighthouse operations. The lighthouse's latitude is 54.0240359, and its longitude is 11.4673812.
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Details
| Name | Gollwitz Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| City | |
| Country | Germany |
| Coordinates | 54.0240359, 11.4673812 |
| Events | notable events such as shipwrecks or rescues |
| Stories | anecdotes, myths, or legends related to the lighthouse |
| Tower height | 21 |
| Accessible | true |
| Landscape type | coastal |
| View description | the surroundings and view from the lighthouse |
| Guided tours | true |
| Facilities | toilets, café, gift shop |
| Nearby attractions | ["other attractions or landmarks nearby"] |
| AIS Radar | false |
| Light characteristic | "Oc (one flash every 5 seconds) in green, Oc (one flash every 5 seconds) in white, Oc (one flash every 5 seconds) in red" |
| Light range | 13 |
| Automated | true |