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Šiaurinis Molas (North Lighthouse)

P3HG+PX Klaipėda, Klaipeda City Municipality, Lithuania

Name and Location

The Šiaurinis Molas (North Lighthouse) stands tall in Klaipėda, Lithuania, located at P3HG+PX Klaipėda. The official name of the lighthouse is Šiaurinis Molas, but it is also known locally as the "Molenfeuer Nord" in German.

2. Construction and History

The Šiaurinis Molas was built in the early 20th century, a testament to Lithuania's rich maritime history during the interwar period. This historic lighthouse has been an integral part of the country's maritime heritage since its construction.

3. Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, the design and construction materials used for the Šiaurinis Molas are not specified in the available data.

4. Light and Navigation

Although its original purpose has been replaced by modern navigation systems, the Šiaurinis Molas remains an important landmark and a popular tourist attraction. Unfortunately, the available data does not provide information on the lighthouse's light range or characteristic (pattern).

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is automated, meaning it no longer requires manual operation by lighthouse keepers. Visitors can access the site during regular opening hours, although guided tours may be available upon request.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors to the Šiaurinis Molas can enjoy breathtaking views of Klaipėda and the Baltic Sea. The surrounding landscape is characterized by a mix of urban and natural environments.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available in the provided data.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The height of the lighthouse is 16 meters, while its focal height, which measures from the base to the light source, is also 16 meters. The lighthouse stands at 55.7292905° N latitude and 21.0774299° E longitude.

9. Further Information

  • * Opening hours: [TBA]
  • * Entrance fee: [TBA]
  • * Guided tours: [Available upon request]
  • * On-site facilities: [TBA]
  • * Nearby attractions:
    • + Klaipėda Old Town
    • + Lithuania Sea Museum

Details

NameŠiaurinis Molas (North Lighthouse)
CityKlaipėda
CountryLithuania
Coordinates55.7292905, 21.0774299
EventsWorld War II
Historic significanceLithuania's rich maritime history during the interwar period
Focal height16
Tower height16
Access descriptionAccess the site during regular opening hours, although guided tours may be available upon request.
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeUrban and natural environments
View descriptionEnjoy breathtaking views of Klaipėda and the Baltic Sea.
Facilities[TBA]
Opening hours[TBA]
Nearby attractionsKlaipėda Old Town, Lithuania Sea Museum
Automatedtrue