Molenfeuer Sassnitz

Molenfeuer Sassnitz comprises two harbor lights positioned at the ends of the mole to safely guide ships entering the port. The eastern tower displays green with a white horizontal stripe, while the western one features red coloring with a steel lattice framework.

The original beacon from 1901 was replaced in 1937 with the steel towers visible today after the harbor mole was extended. The new structures were better suited to growing ship sizes and modern harbor navigation requirements.

These harbor lights are part of Sassnitz's maritime identity and serve as recognizable landmarks for anyone walking along the mole. Locals use them as natural reference points when navigating the waterfront area.

Both towers stand openly on the mole and are clearly visible from different angles, especially when approaching from the harbor or waterfront promenade. Walking along the mole provides opportunities to view them from multiple perspectives and is accessible to everyone.

The western red tower uses a special light sector pointing northeast to warn ships about Rügen's chalk cliffs. This red light signal is an often-overlooked safety feature that indicates the geological hazards of the region.

Location: Sassnitz

Inception: 1937

Height: 12 m

GPS coordinates: 54.50601,13.63734

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46