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Kollmar, Rear Lt

Schulstraße 30, 25377 Kollmar, Germany

Name and Location

The Kollmar Lighthouse is located in the charming town of Kollmar, Germany, standing at a height of 40 meters. Its distinctive red and white striped structure has become an iconic landmark in the region.

Construction and History

Built in unknown, the Kollmar Lighthouse was constructed to facilitate maritime traffic on the Baltic Sea. Its prominent tower and lantern room serve as a vital aid to navigation, providing mariners with crucial guidance on their journey.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architectural design reflects its purpose as a beacon of navigation, featuring a distinctive red and white striped structure. The materials used in its construction are not specified in the available data.

Light and Navigation

The Kollmar Lighthouse is equipped with a range of 16 kilometers, making it an essential reference point for mariners navigating the Baltic Sea. Its light exhibits a period of 8 seconds, with a sequence of 4+ (4) flashes every 20 seconds. The light is characterized as "Iso" (isotropic), meaning it has no preferred direction.

Accessibility and Visiting

Information on accessibility and visiting the Kollmar Lighthouse is not available in the provided data.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape and notable views of the Kollmar Lighthouse are not specified in the available data.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore related to the Kollmar Lighthouse are available in the provided data.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's technical and operational details, such as its power source, maintenance schedule, and operator, are not specified in the available data.

Further Information

The Kollmar Lighthouse is referenced in various nautical charts and publications, including the B 1501.1 chart. Its coordinates are: 9.4840252° E, 53.7267675° N, with GeoJSON data available for further exploration.

Details

NameKollmar, Rear Lt
CityKollmar
CountryGermany
Coordinates53.7267675, 9.4840252
Historic significancecultural icon of the region
Architectural styleRed and White Tower
Focal height39.85
Tower height40
View description
Light characteristicIso (isotropic)
Light range16