Old Lighthouse Borkum

The Old Lighthouse Borkum stands as a brick structure with a dual function as both a lighthouse and church steeple on the North Sea coast.

Dating back to 1576, this navigational beacon served as a critical guide for ships traversing the treacherous waters along the northern German coastline.

The lighthouse remains an essential element of Borkum's maritime identity, representing centuries of seafaring traditions and architectural craftsmanship in Lower Saxony.

Located at Wilhelm-Bakker-Straße, the lighthouse opens daily from 10:00 to midnight and can be reached by phone at +49 4922 932562.

The structure combines the roles of maritime navigation and religious architecture, making it a rare example of a lighthouse that also functions as a church steeple.

Location: Borkum

Inception: 1576

Made from material: brick

Address: Wilhelm-Bakker-Straße, 26757 Borkum

Website: http://borkum-alter-leuchtturm.de

GPS coordinates: 53.58780,6.67056

Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:30