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Pietinis Molas Lighthouse

P3GG+RP Klaipėda, Klaipeda City Municipality, Lithuania

Name and Location

The Pietinis Molas Lighthouse is located at P3GG+RP Klaipėda, Klaipeda City Municipality, Lithuania (coordinates: 55.7270381° N, 21.0768214° E). Although its official name is unknown, it is commonly referred to as the "Pietinis molas" or "Molenfeier Süd"/>.

2. Construction and History

The exact year of construction and construction era are not available in the provided data. Unfortunately, there is no information on the original purpose of the lighthouse, its history, or significant historical events connected to it.

3. Architecture and Materials

The architectural style and construction materials of the Pietinis Molas Lighthouse are unknown due to the lack of available information.

4. Light and Navigation

The light height is 16 meters, with a focal height not specified. The range of the lighthouse's light is listed as 5 nautical miles, with a light characteristic described as "Fl" (flashing), having a period of 3 seconds and an unknown sequence or pattern.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Although its original purpose has been lost, visitors can still appreciate the structure's architecture and surroundings. Unfortunately, it is not possible to visit the interior of the lighthouse due to lack of information. Visitors may wish to explore Klaipėda's historic Old Town, the Klaipėda Castle, or the Klaipėda Sea Museum, which are all within walking distance from the lighthouse.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape features a mix of urban and natural environments, with the Baltic Sea coastline providing a scenic backdrop.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes related to the Pietinis Molas Lighthouse are available.

8. Technical and Operational Details

It is unclear whether this lighthouse still functions for navigation purposes. The operation mode of the Pietinis Molas Lighthouse is unknown, but it may have been automated at some point in its history. No information is provided regarding the installation of AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar equipment.

9. Further Information

No references are available for further reading on this lighthouse.

Details

NamePietinis Molas Lighthouse
CityKlaipėda
CountryLithuania
Coordinates55.7270381, 21.0768214
Historic significancemaritime history
Tower height16
Renovationsrepurposed as a museum or other attraction
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeurban and natural
View descriptionurban and natural environments, with the Baltic Sea coastline providing a scenic backdrop
Nearby attractionsKlaipėda's historic Old Town, Klaipėda Castle, Klaipėda Sea Museum
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range5