Name and Location

Leuchtturm Norderney is a historic lighthouse situated in the municipality of Norderney, Lower Saxony, Germany. It stands tall at 54 meters on the west coast of the North Sea.

Construction and History

Built in the late 19th century, Leuchtturm Norderney was constructed as a guiding light for mariners navigating the North Sea coast. The lighthouse has been operational since its completion and has played a crucial role in maritime safety. Its historic significance is further emphasized by its inclusion on the list of monuments under protection.

Architecture and Materials

The tower features an octagonal shape made of brick, standing 54 meters tall.

Light and Navigation

The Leuchtturm Norderney emits four lights, each with distinct characteristics: Primary Light (white light flashing every 12 seconds within a range of 23 nautical miles), Secondary Light (white light flashing every 12 seconds within a range of 23 nautical miles, visible from sector 067° to 077° and 270° to 280°), Tertiary Light (white light flashing every 12 seconds within a range of 23 nautical miles, visible from sector 077° to 067° and 280° to 270°), and Quaternary Light (white light flashing every 12 seconds within a range of 23 nautical miles, visible from sector 280° to 270° and 067° to 077°).

Accessibility and Visiting

Today, Leuchtturm Norderney is not only a vital aid to navigation but also a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can enjoy the stunning views of the North Sea from the lighthouse's observation deck or explore the surrounding area, which offers beautiful beaches and scenic coastal walks.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area offers beautiful beaches and scenic coastal walks with stunning views of the North Sea.

Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse also serves as a radio station, broadcasting AIS (Automatic Identification System) signals with the MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number 2112041. This enables vessels to transmit their position and other relevant information to shore-based stations and other vessels.

Further Information

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