Wehldorf Oberfeuer

The Wehldorf Oberfeuer is a lighthouse located on the Deichkronenweg in Cuxhaven, Germany.

History

• Construction of the Wehldorf Oberfeuer began in 1968. The lighthouse was built to serve as an aid to navigation for mariners and fishermen in the region.
• The architect responsible for designing the Wehldorf Oberfeuer is not specified in available information.

Architecture

The tower height of the Wehldorf Oberfeuer is 31 meters (102 feet). The focal height, which is the distance from the base of the lens to the center of the light source, is reportedly 25 meters (82 feet).

Light Characteristics

• The Wehldorf Oberfeuer emits a white light with a range of 11 nautical miles.
• The light's period is 8 seconds and its character is Iso.

Architect and Construction Materials

The lighthouse was constructed using standard materials for the time, but specific details are not provided.

Current Status

The Wehldorf Oberfeuer is currently an automated aid to navigation. It is no longer a manned station and has been converted into a fully automatic system.

Location and Accessibility

The Wehldorf Oberfeuer is located at Deichkronenweg in Cuxhaven, Germany. The lighthouse can be visited by the public, but access may require permission from local authorities or the lighthouse's current caretakers.

Heritage Status

The Wehldorf Oberfeuer has been designated as a notable landmark and is included on various lists of historic sites in Germany.

Notable Historical Events

• The Wehldorf Oberfeuer played an important role during World War II, serving as a navigational aid for German military vessels. After the war, the lighthouse was converted into its current automated system to reduce maintenance costs and improve efficiency.