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Vuurtoren Willemstad

Lantaarndijk 2, 4797 SP Willemstad, Netherlands

Name and Location

The Vuurtoren Willemstad is a historic lighthouse situated in the heart of Willemstad, Netherlands. Its location is at Lantaarndijk 2, 4797 SP Willemstad.

Construction and History

The construction of the Vuurtoren Willemstad began in 1946 and was completed by 1959. The lighthouse has undergone several renovations over the years, with the most recent being [year].

Architecture and Materials

The Vuurtoren Willemstad's architectural style is characterized by its modern design, reflecting the era of its construction. The structure's building material is primarily composed of concrete and steel.

Light and Navigation

Unfortunately, there is no available information on the light characteristic (pattern) of the Vuurtoren Willemstad. However, it was originally designed to aid navigation in the surrounding waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Vuirtoren Willemstad, but there is no clear indication of the current opening hours or entrance fee. Guided tours may be available upon request.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands at the edge of a scenic area, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The exact details of this view are not specified in the provided data.

Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no notable anecdotes or local folklore surrounding the Vuurtoren Willemstad.

Technical and Operational Details

The Vuirtoren Willemstad's operation status indicates that it is currently not in use as a functional lighthouse. No information is available on whether the structure has been automated or remains manually operated.

Further Information

Please note that visitor information regarding opening hours, entrance fee, and guided tours may not be up-to-date or accurate. It is recommended to contact local authorities or relevant organizations for more detailed information before planning a visit.

Details

NameVuurtoren Willemstad
CityWillemstad
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates51.696366, 4.4397566
Year of construction1946
Architectural stylemodern
Construction material["concrete","steel"]
Tower height10.6
Renovations19**; [year]
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeresidential and commercial areas
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the surrounding landscape
Guided tourstrue
Automatedfalse