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Leuchtturm Nebel

Uasterstigh 1000, 25946 Nebel, Germany

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Name and Location

Leuchtturm Nebel is a historic lighthouse located on the west coast of Föhr-Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.

Construction and History

The exact construction date of Leuchtturm Nebel is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse played a crucial role in guiding ships through the treacherous waters of the North Sea and Baltic Coast during World War II.

Architecture and Materials

Leuchtturm Nebel stands at a height of 16 meters (52 feet) with a distinctive tower made of brick and stone.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse features three distinct lights: red (range 15 km), white (range 20 km), and green (range 15 km). Each light has a period of 5 seconds, with sector ends starting at 255.5° and 258.5° for the red light, 260.5° for the white light, and 263.5° for the green light.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can explore the lighthouse's tower and learn about its role in maritime history.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information available.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotal stories or folklore available.

Technical and Operational Details

Leuchtturm Nebel is an important cultural heritage site, serving as a beacon of safety for mariners. The structure has been well-maintained and restored to preserve its integrity.

Further Information

For more information on Leuchtturm Nebel, please visit the references provided: Wikimedia Commons, Wikidata, and Wikipedia.

Details

NameLeuchtturm Nebel
City
CountryGermany
Coordinates54.6453259, 8.3612109
Eventsplayed a crucial role in guiding ships through the treacherous waters of the North Sea and Baltic Coast during World War II
Historic significanceguided ships into the nearby harbor, ensuring safe passage for vessels entering the Baltic Sea
Construction materialbrick and stone
Tower height16
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionLocated on the west coast of Föhr-Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Accessibletrue
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilet, café, gift shop
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicred (range 15 km), white (range 20 km), and green (range 15 km)
Light range9, 20
Automatedtrue