Name and Location

The Latarnia Morska Gąski lighthouse is located at Latarników 7, 76-034 Gąski, Poland, situated in the Baltic Sea region.

Construction and History

Commissioned in 1878, the Latarnia Morska Gąski was built to serve as a guiding light for ships traversing the busy maritime routes of the Baltic Sea. Its importance is reflected in its inclusion on the US NGA Pub. 116, a publication that documents significant nautical landmarks worldwide.

Architecture and Materials

The Latarnia Morska Gąski stands at an impressive height of 51.1 meters (168 feet) above sea level, making it a notable landmark on the Polish coast. Its white coloration and distinctive design make it easily recognizable, especially for sailors navigating through the Baltic Sea.

Light and Navigation

The Latarnia Morska Gąski operates with a range of 23.5 kilometers (14.6 miles), providing critical navigation assistance to vessels traveling through the area. Its light character is described as "Oc" (fixed red light), with a period of 15 seconds and a sequence of 2.5 + (1.2) + 2.5 + (1.2) + 6.4 + (1.2).

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 Latarnia Morska Gąski is listed on the Wikidata database under the ID Q11290411. Its Wikipedia page, available in Polish, provides additional information about this historic lighthouse.

Further Information

While some details may be unavailable, the Latarnia Morska Gąski remains an important historical landmark and a vital component of Poland's maritime heritage.