Gellen Lighthouse

The Gellen lighthouse is located on the southern end of the island of Hiddensee off the north German Baltic coast.

History

The peninsula, which includes the lighthouse, is a spit formed by post-ice age sand depositions and has been growing annually by a few metres to the south.

Architecture

• Red (10 minutes) at a range of 11 nautical miles
• White (10 minutes) at a range of 15 nautical miles
• Green (10 minutes) at a range of 10 nautical miles

The lighthouse is constructed from post-ice age sand and has a distinctive horizontal color pattern.

Location

The Gellen lighthouse is located on the southern end of the island of Hiddensee, off the north German Baltic coast.

The address is Grumkiel, Insel Hiddensee, Germany.

Unfortunately, due to its protected status as an important bird reserve and part of the Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park, the area is not accessible to the public.

Current Status

The Gellen lighthouse remains active, guiding mariners safely through the area.

However, it has been automated, eliminating the need for human maintenance.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for the Gellen lighthouse.

Heritage Status

The Gellen peninsula is protected as an important bird reserve and part of protection zone I of the Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park.