Leuchtturm Oland
Oland 5, 25867 Langeneß, Germany
Name and Location
Leuchtturm Oland is a historical lighthouse located on the island of Pellworm in the Schleswig-Holstein region of Germany.
Construction and History
Built in unknown, Leuchtturm Oland was constructed to guide ships through the treacherous waters of the North Sea. Its three lighthouse towers provide crucial assistance to mariners navigating the area, warning vessels of potential hazards such as rocks and reefs.
Architecture and Materials
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Light and Navigation
The Leuchtturm Oland features a white light with a height of 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level, emitting a beam that can be seen up to 13 kilometers (8.1 miles) away. Its red light has a range of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), while the green light reaches a distance of 9 kilometers (5.6 miles). The lighthouse's sector start and end points are marked at 93.0° and 172.0°, respectively.
Accessibility and Visiting
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Notable Views and Landscape
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Anecdotes and Folklore
The Leuchtturm Oland is one of several historic lighthouses in Germany that have played a crucial role in maritime navigation.
Technical and Operational Details
The Leuchtturm Oland has been well-maintained over the years, ensuring its continued importance as a vital aid to navigation.
Further Information
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Details
Name | Leuchtturm Oland |
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City | |
Country | Germany |
Coordinates | 54.674656, 8.6869478 |
Year of construction | insert year |
Historic significance | important historical landmark that has served as a beacon for mariners navigating the treacherous waters of the North Sea |
Stories | structure has been well-maintained over the years, ensuring its continued importance as a vital aid to navigation |
Focal height | 23 |
Tower height | 7 |
Landscape type | coast |
View description | treacherous waters of the North Sea |
Nearby attractions | ["other historic lighthouses in Germany that have played a crucial role in maritime navigation"] |
Light range | 13.1 |