Bürgermeister Abendroth

The Bürgermeister Abendroth is a museum ship and former lightvessel at the German Shipping Museum in Bremerhaven. The vessel spans multiple decks containing original navigation equipment, precision instruments, and crew quarters that document its years of service.

Built in 1909 at Eiderwerft Tönning, the vessel served as a lightship in the North Sea until 1966. During its time at sea, it witnessed two world wars and shaped shipping history in the region for more than five decades.

The vessel shows how sailors lived and worked aboard, with spaces that reflect their daily rhythm at sea. The furnishings give a sense of onboard conditions and the expertise required for safe navigation.

The vessel is accessible through the maritime museum and can be explored at your own pace. Guided tours explain how different areas and equipment functioned and what daily life aboard was like.

The ship retains its original wooden hull construction from 1909 with crafted details designed for sturdy seafaring. This building method allowed the vessel to withstand harsh North Sea conditions for decades.

Location: Mitte

Length: 44 m

Part of: German Shipping Museum

GPS coordinates: 53.54076,8.57756

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44