Voslapp Rear Range Light
Zum Voslapper Leuchtturm 15, 26388 Wilhelmshaven, Germany
Name and Location
The Voslapp Rear Range Light is a significant landmark located in the coastal town of Wilhelmshaven, Germany, at coordinates 53.5815507° N, 8.1308967° E.
Construction and History
While specific information on the light's construction date is unavailable, it is known to be part of the Richtfeuerlinie 164,5°, a range line that stretches across the North Sea. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 61 meters (200 feet).
Architecture and Materials
No additional information available.
Light and Navigation
The light's character is marked as "Iso," indicating it emits a steady beam rather than a flashing one. Its range extends approximately 27 kilometers (17 miles) out to sea, covering a sector between 160° and 170° from the north.
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
No anecdotes or folklore available about the Voslapp Rear Range Light.
Technical and Operational Details
According to Seamark information, the Voslapp Rear Range Light is synchronized with its front counterpart, providing mariners with a reliable navigation aid. The light's period of operation is every 6 seconds, ensuring consistent visibility for vessels navigating through the Jadefahrwasser.
Further Information
The Voslapp Rear Range Light has been documented on Wikipedia (en:Voslapp Rear Range Light) and Wikidata (Q3378139), providing additional context and references for those interested in learning more about this important maritime landmark.
Details
Name | Voslapp Rear Range Light |
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City | Wilhelmshaven |
Country | Germany |
Coordinates | 53.5815507, 8.1308967 |
Events | safe passage through Jadefahrwasser |
Historic significance | aid to navigation for mariners |
Focal height | 60 |
Tower height | 61 |
Access description | by mariners |
Landscape type | coastal |
View description | Jadefahrwasser, North Sea |
Light characteristic | Iso |
Light range | 27 |
Automated | true |