Name and Location

The Leuchtturm ("Lighthouse") is a modern lighthouse-style tower situated in Göhren-Lebbin, Mecklenburgische Seenplatte district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Its address is Am Kalkberg 1, 17213 Göhren-Lebbin, and its coordinates are 53°28′24.9″ N, 12°30′46.8″ E.

Construction and History

The Leuchtturm was constructed without an official documented year (likely built in the early 2000s during resort expansion). The architect/designer is not publicized, but it resembles a traditional cylindrical lighthouse tower with a gallery deck and lantern. The materials used are presumed to be reinforced concrete or steel-frame construction with exterior cladding.

Architecture and Materials

The Leuchtturm has a modern functional architectural style, characterized by a cylindrical or slightly tapering tower with a viewing gallery. Its height is estimated to be around 10-15 meters based on rooftop surroundings.

Light and Navigation

The Leuchtturm does not have an official light installed for maritime navigation. Any illumination is decorative, and the light characteristic is unknown for official navigation purposes. There is no formal light apparatus or automation.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Leuchtturm is accessible to visitors from public paths within the resort. The tower interior is generally closed to external visitors, but it can be viewed from outside. There are facilities on site, including a resort reception, restaurant, spa, and bike rental. Admission is free to view from outside.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Leuchtturm offers views of Lake Fleesensee, a 10 km² lake offering boating, sailing, and angling. The surrounding landscape features mixed forests, rolling moraine hills of the Mecklenburg Lake Plateau, and adjacent 18-hole championship golf courses.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The Leuchtturm is sometimes illuminated in colored lights during summer evening events at the resort, making it a popular photo spot. There are no keeper stories or heritage status listed as it is a modern construction.

Technical and Operational Details

The Leuchtturm does not have AIS or radar installation. It is not listed in national maritime publications and has no formal light apparatus or automation.

Further Information

For more information, visit the official website of BEECH Resort Fleesensee at https://www.beach-resort.de/fleesensee or the municipality of Göhren-Lebbin at https://www.goehren-lebbin.de.