Name and Location

The Nieuwe Waterweg Laag Lighthouse is located in Hoek van Holland, Netherlands. It serves as a vital aid to navigation for mariners traversing the North Sea and the Dutch coastline.

Construction and History

The Nieuwe Waterweg Laag Lighthouse was constructed in the early 20th century as part of a series of beacons designed to enhance maritime safety and facilitate navigation along the Dutch coastline. The exact date of its construction is unclear, but it is believed to have been built around the same time as other lighthouses in the area.

Architecture and Materials

The Nieuwe Waterweg Laag Lighthouse stands at an impressive 32 meters (105 feet) tall, with a tower shape that has become iconic in Dutch maritime culture. Its red and white stripes serve as a visual beacon for mariners, helping to guide them through treacherous waters.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's primary function is to provide a leading light for vessels approaching the coast. It is equipped with two distinct lights: one serving as an air obstruction light (F-type) and another as a directional light (Iso category). The lighting characteristics are as follows: red light with a period of 6 seconds, visible up to 18 kilometers (11 miles), and F-type light, red in color, visible for aircraft.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility and visiting the Nieuwe Waterweg Laag Lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views and landscape related to the Nieuwe Waterweg Laag Lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore are available about the Nieuwe Waterweg Laag Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is managed by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management. Its coordinates are available through the Geoservices Rijkswaterstaat platform.

Further Information

• References:
• "Vaarweg Markeringen" dataset, Geoservices Rijkswaterstaat