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Tossens Oberfeuer

G6WQ+G5, 26969 Butjadingen, Germany

Name and Location

The Tossens Oberfeuer Lighthouse is located in the German state of Lower Saxony, situated on the Jadefahrwasser waterway, approximately 5 kilometers north of the town of Butjadingen.

2. Construction and History

Unfortunately, the exact date of the Tossens Oberfeuer's construction is unknown. However, it is believed to have been built in the late 19th or early 20th century, serving as an important aid-to-navigation for the region's maritime community.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at a height of approximately 54.5 meters (179 feet) above sea level. Its architecture is characterized by a distinctive tower with unknown construction materials used.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse provides critical guidance to mariners, warning them of potential hazards with a white light characteristic shining every six seconds to a range of approximately 19.7 kilometers (12.2 miles).

5. Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility and visiting the Tossens Oberfeuer Lighthouse.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views and landscape around the Tossens Oberfeuer Lighthouse.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore are documented for the Tossens Oberfeuer Lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse remains an active aid-to-navigation, serving as a vital beacon for mariners navigating the Jadefahrwasser waterway. Modernization efforts have ensured that the lighthouse continues to provide reliable guidance and warning.

9. Further Information

The Tossens Oberfeuer Lighthouse's geographic coordinates are 53.5463833° N latitude and 8.2378167° E longitude, making it a valuable reference point for mariners and researchers alike.

Details

NameTossens Oberfeuer
City
CountryOther
Coordinates53.5463833, 8.2378167