Helgoland lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in Heligoland, Germany.
The lighthouse structure rises 35 meters from the ground, constructed with reinforced concrete and covered with a brick exterior on Germany's offshore island.
Built in 1941 as an anti-aircraft tower during World War II, the structure was transformed into a functioning lighthouse for maritime navigation in 1952.
The lighthouse stands as a Heritage Monument of Schleswig-Holstein, representing the maritime traditions and naval defense history of Germany's North Sea region.
Visitors can reach the lighthouse by ferry from mainland Germany, with regular boat services departing from Cuxhaven and Bremerhaven throughout the year.
The lighthouse produces the most powerful beam along the German North Sea coast, reaching 28 nautical miles and illuminating waters toward both Frisian island chains.
Location: Heligoland
Inception: 1941
Height: 35 m
Made from material: reinforced concrete, brick
Address: Leuchtturmstraße 686, 27498 Helgoland
GPS coordinates: 54.18103,7.88169
Latest update: May 20, 2025 06:32
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