Name and Location

The Nieuwe Waterweg Hoog Lighthouse, also known as the "Hoge Vuurtoren Nieuwe Waterweg" in Dutch, is a prominent maritime aid to navigation located in Hoek van Holland, Netherlands. It stands at 46 meters (151 feet) tall with a focal plane height of 44 meters (144 feet). The lighthouse is situated in Berghaven, within the municipality of Hoek van Holland, Zuid-Holland province, Netherlands. Its exact address is Hoge Vuurtoren Nieuwe Waterweg, Berghaven, 3151 GR Hoek van Holland, Netherlands.

Construction and History

The Nieuwe Waterweg Hoog Lighthouse was constructed in the late 19th or early 20th century, with a specific construction era not specified. It is believed to have been built during the period when the Nieuwe Waterweg shipping canal was being developed, which began around the mid-1800s.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architectural style is not specified, but it likely features a traditional tower design with a red-and-white striped pattern, characteristic of many Dutch lighthouses. The structure is believed to be made of brick or concrete, with a foundation that allows it to withstand the harsh marine environment.

Light and Navigation

The Nieuwe Waterweg Hoog Lighthouse serves as a leading light, providing guidance to mariners navigating the Nieuwe Waterweg shipping canal and the surrounding waters. It is equipped with a directional light characterized by an iso-period of 6 seconds, a range of 18 kilometers (11 miles), and an orientation of 107 degrees. The lighthouse also has an air obstruction light, marked as "F" in character, which illuminates at night to warn aircraft of potential hazards.

Accessibility and Visiting

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Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse serves as a leading light, providing guidance to mariners navigating the Nieuwe Waterweg shipping canal and the surrounding waters. It is equipped with a directional light characterized by an iso-period of 6 seconds, a range of 18 kilometers (11 miles), and an orientation of 107 degrees. The lighthouse also has an air obstruction light, marked as "F" in character, which illuminates at night to warn aircraft of potential hazards.

Further Information

• * Geoservices Rijkswaterstaat (2019) - Vaarweg Markeringen
• * US NGA Pub. 114 (2019)

Please note that some details may be unavailable or not specified in available records.