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Unterfeuer Fischereihafen/Geestemünde

Fischereihafen/Geestemünde, Front Lt, 27570 Bremerhaven, Germany

Name and Location

The Unterfeuer Fischereihafen/Geestemünde Lighthouse is located in the Fischereihafen/Geestemünde area of Bremerhaven, Germany.

Construction and History

The Unterfeuer Fischereihafen/Geestemünde Lighthouse was first erected in an unknown date due to lack of available records. However, it is believed to have been constructed during a period of significant maritime activity in the region.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive 17 meters (56 feet) tall and has an octagonal shape with white coloration, making it a prominent landmark in the Fischereihafen/Geestemünde area.

Light and Navigation

As a front range light, the Unterfeuer Fischereihafen/Geestemünde Lighthouse serves as a warning to ships approaching the coast from seaward. The light has a 6-second period and a range of approximately 18 nautical miles (33 kilometers). It is categorized as a minor lighthouse, indicating its importance in supporting navigation within the region.

Accessibility and Visiting

The coordinates for the lighthouse are listed as [8.5754016, 53.531362], providing a precise location for those seeking to visit or incorporate this structure into their navigation systems.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information available.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's reference number is B 1257, while its sequence is marked as 5+(1), suggesting it may be part of a larger system or network of lights.

Details

NameUnterfeuer Fischereihafen/Geestemünde
City
CountryOther
Coordinates53.531362, 8.5754016