Leuchtturm Friedrichsort

Leuchtturm Friedrichsort is a concrete lighthouse standing on the Friedrichsort peninsula in the Kiel Fjord, serving as a navigation aid for maritime traffic. The structure features a white tower marked by five green horizontal bands and operates through automated technology.

A wooden beacon originally stood here in 1807, later replaced by a lightship that operated between 1853 and 1864. The current permanent structure was built in 1866 and has undergone modernization since its construction.

This lighthouse embodies the maritime heritage of the Kiel Fjord region and reminds visitors of the long history of seafaring communities along these waters. The distinctive white tower with green bands has guided local fishing boats and ships for more than a century.

The lighthouse is accessible via the Friedrichsort peninsula and located near other port facilities that offer insight into maritime infrastructure. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions, as the location on the fjord brings windy and damp surroundings.

The structure uses a fog signal that activates automatically during poor visibility and transmits its warning across several kilometers of water. This acoustic system allows ships to locate the lighthouse even when fog makes visual navigation impossible.

Location: Kiel

Inception: 1807

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 54.39028,10.19333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03