Leuchtturm Geierswalde
Zum Leuchtturm 1, 02979 Elsterheide, Germany
Name and Location
The Leuchtturm Geierswalde is a historic lighthouse located in Elsterheide, Germany. Its geographic coordinates are 51.4916264° N, 14.1163739° E.Construction and History
The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown, but based on its design and architecture, it is believed to have been built in the mid-19th century. The structure is made of concrete.
Architecture and Materials
The Leuchtturm Geierswalde has a distinctive tower shape that has become a recognizable feature of the German coastline. Its height is 102 meters (334 feet) above sea level, making it a prominent landmark in the region.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse served as an important aid to navigation for mariners and ships traveling along the Baltic Sea coast. Its conspicuous location and high elevation allowed it to provide guidance and warning signals to vessels, helping to prevent accidents and ensure safe passage.
Accessibility and Visiting
Today, the lighthouse is considered a private landmark, not open to the public for visits or tours. However, its historical significance and architectural importance have earned it recognition as a notable feature of the region's maritime heritage.
Notable Views and Landscape
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Anecdotes and Folklore
- No information available.
Technical and Operational Details
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Further Information
Sources: OpenStreetMap (OSM) data, Wikidata entry for Q107642596.
Details
Name | Leuchtturm Geierswalde |
---|---|
City | Elsterheide |
Country | Germany |
Coordinates | 51.4916264, 14.1163739 |
Historic significance | aid to navigation for mariners and ships traveling along the Baltic Sea coast |
Architectural style | concrete |
Construction material | "concrete" |
Focal height | 102 |
Tower height | 102 |
Guided tours | false |
AIS Radar | false |
Automated | true |