Name and Location

The Unterfeuer Krautsand Lighthouse is located in Drochtersen, Germany, overlooking the North Sea.

Construction and History

The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown. However, it is believed to have been built in the early 20th century as part of a series of beacons along the German coast to aid navigation and prevent maritime accidents.

Architecture and Materials

The Unterfeuer Krautsand Lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level. Its white coloration makes it easily visible from a distance, especially during daylight hours.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's Iso character light shines for 8 seconds every 13 seconds, providing a reliable aid to navigation. As a front light, the Unterfeuer Krautsand Lighthouse serves as the first beacon encountered by mariners approaching the coast from the sea.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape surrounding the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The lighthouse's name "Unterfeuer" translates to "lower fire" in German, indicating its position as a lower-level beacon. The Krautsand Unterfeuer is one of several beacons along the German coast that have been documented on the Wikimedia Commons platform.

Technical and Operational Details

No information available on technical or operational details of the lighthouse.

Further Information

The information presented here was obtained from publicly available sources, including the GeoJSON dataset and online articles. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, it is subject to change as new data becomes available.