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Oberfeuer

4QV4+4J Peenemünde, Germany

Name and Location

The Oberfeuer Lighthouse is located in Peenemünde, Vorpommern-Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Its coordinates are 54.1428615° N, 13.756504° E.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the year of construction for the Oberfeuer Lighthouse remains unknown. However, based on its architectural style and historical context, it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architectural style is characterized by a traditional Germanic design, with a tower structure made of stone and concrete. The exact materials used in its construction are not available.

Light and Navigation

The Oberfeuer Lighthouse features a leading light, emitting a red light every 15 seconds. The range of its light beam extends to 6 nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, information about the lighthouse's automation status is not available. However, it is believed that the lighthouse was once manually operated by a keeper before being automated. Visitors can access the lighthouse, but details on guided tours, opening hours, and entrance fees are unavailable.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands at the edge of the Baltic Sea, surrounded by a picturesque coastal landscape. The nearby town of Peenemünde offers amenities and attractions for visitors.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes about the Oberfeuer Lighthouse are available.

Technical and Operational Details

The height of the Oberfeuer Lighthouse is 11 meters (36 feet), with a focal height of 13 meters (43 feet).

Further Information

No further information is available.

Details

NameOberfeuer
CityPeenemünde
CountryGermany
Coordinates54.1428615, 13.756504
Year of constructionunknown
Architectural styletraditionalGermanicdesign
Construction materialstoneandconcrete
Focal height13meters(43feet)
Tower height11meters(36feet)
Light characteristicredlightevery15seconds
Light range6nauticalmiles