Kugelbake, Maritime landmark in Cuxhaven, Germany
The Kugelbake stands 30 meters high at the northernmost point of Lower Saxony, marking where the Elbe River meets the North Sea.
The first wooden navigation structure was built in 1703 after a storm surge destroyed the trees that previously served as natural markers for ships.
The Kugelbake appears on the coat of arms of Cuxhaven and represents the maritime heritage of this North Sea port city.
The wooden structure requires extensive maintenance every 30 years due to exposure to harsh marine conditions and strong North Sea winds.
In 1899, Jonathan Zenneck established one of Germany's first coastal radio stations at the Kugelbake, advancing maritime communications technology.
Location: Cuxhaven
Inception: 1700s
Height: 30 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: wood
Address: Beim Strandbad
Website: https://leuchtturmneuwerk.de/sehenswuerdigkeiten/cuxhaven/die-kugelbake
GPS coordinates: 53.89183,8.68714
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:00
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