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Dueodde Fyr

Fyrvejen 13

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History

The Dueodde Fyr is Denmark's tallest lighthouse, standing at 47 meters (154 feet) tall. Construction on the tower began in 1962 and was completed that same year.

Architecture

The Dueodde Fyr is a white-painted lighthouse with a distinctive design. The tower is made of concrete and features a cylindrical shape with a lantern room at the top. The building's colour is specified as "white" according to its building information.

Location

The Dueodde Fyr is located in Nexø, Denmark, on the island of Bornholm. It can be found at the address Fyrvejen 13.

Visiting Information

  1. The Dueodde Fyr is open to visitors during limited hours. The tower is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
  2. Visitors can pay a fee of 20 DKK (Danish Kroner) for access.

Light Characteristics

The Dueodde Fyr features a characteristic light pattern, but the specific details are not available.

Current Status

The Dueodde Fyr is currently an active aid to navigation, operated by the Danish Maritime Safety Administration (DaMSA).

Heritage Status

The Dueodde Fyr has been designated as a cultural heritage site in Denmark, reflecting its importance as a historic lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

Due to the lack of information on notable historical events associated with the Dueodde Fyr, this section is left blank.

Details

NameDueodde Fyr
CityNexø
CountryDenmark
Coordinates54.9918, 15.074299
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessibletrue