Nieblum Lighthouse

The Nieblum Lighthouse is a navigation aid on Föhr island built from aluminum for durability and longevity. The structure stands about 10 meters tall and emits light signals in white, red, and green colors that ships can identify from considerable distances away.

The lighthouse became operational in 1982 and was built to improve safety in the Wadden Sea region. It replaced earlier navigation methods and has served reliably since then to help guide ships through these challenging waters.

The structure takes its name from the village and serves as a landmark that mariners have learned to recognize when navigating these waters. Visitors can observe how deeply this beacon is connected to the island's maritime identity and role as a guide for those at sea.

The structure stands behind a protective dike and is not visible from the beach, but can be reached via a path near the Am Wattemeer restaurant. The location offers little shelter from wind and weather, so visitors should take care during stormy conditions.

The lighthouse emits a distinctive light pattern of two occultations every ten seconds, which experienced mariners can quickly recognize. This rhythmic signal helps navigators pinpoint their exact location and stay on the correct course through the fairway.

Location: Nieblum

Inception: 1982

Height: 10 m

GPS coordinates: 54.68442,8.48567

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:00