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Sassnitz Westmolenfeuer / Unterfeuer

GJ5P+7J Sassnitz, Germany

Name and Location

Sassnitz Westmolenfeuer / Unterfeuer is a historic lighthouse located in the picturesque town of Sassnitz, Germany.

Construction and History

The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the 19th century. The Sassnitz Westmolenfeuer / Unterfeuer is part of a larger complex of moles that were constructed to protect the town from erosion and storms.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of unknown meters, with a focal height of unknown meters. Its distinctive architecture features a red-colored lantern room, which is lit by an electric light source. The lighthouse's tower is constructed from unknown, and its base is situated on a foundation made of unknown.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is no longer in operation as a functioning navigation aid.

Accessibility and Visiting

Today, the Sassnitz Westmolenfeuer / Unterfeuer has been converted into a museum and visitor center, where visitors can learn about the history and significance of the lighthouse. Visitors can access the museum and visitor center at specific hours. The nearest bus stop is located approximately unknown meters from the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the top of the lighthouse is breathtaking, offering a panoramic perspective of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding landscape. The nearby sea offers opportunities for sailing, fishing, and other water-based activities.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is no longer automated.

Further Information

For further information on the history and significance of the Sassnitz Westmolenfeuer / Unterfeuer, please refer to unknown.

Details

NameSassnitz Westmolenfeuer / Unterfeuer
CitySassnitz
CountryGermany
Coordinates54.5082396, 13.6366243
Historic significancePart of a larger complex of moles constructed to protect the town from erosion and storms
StoriesStories or quotes from former lighthouse keepers
Construction material{"tower":"insert construction materials","foundation":"insert foundation material"}
RenovationsConverted into a museum and visitor center
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeCoastal town with a rich history and natural beauty
View descriptionBreathtaking panoramic perspective of the Baltic Sea and the surrounding landscape
FacilitiesToilets, café, gift shop (in the museum and visitor center)
Nearby attractions["Sailing, fishing, and other water-based activities in the nearby sea"]
Automatedfalse