Heiligenhafen lighthouse

Heiligenhafen lighthouse is a brick tower rising about 13 meters on the Bay of Lübeck coast, serving as a navigation marker for ships approaching the harbor. Its sturdy red brick construction stands out against the coastal landscape and can be seen from the water.

The tower was built in 1938 as a replacement for the original 1885 structure, which had been damaged by fire in 1907. It marks the harbor's long history and its growing importance for maritime traffic on the Bay of Lübeck.

The lighthouse tells of Heiligenhafen's deep connection to the sea and its role as a working harbor town where fishing shaped daily life for generations. Today, visitors can see how this structure remains central to the community's identity and local pride in maritime traditions.

The light signals in different colors to guide ships - green, white, and red mark different navigation zones for safe passage. Visitors can view and photograph the structure from the harbor side, especially with clear weather and from spots along the waterfront promenade.

The light uses a clever three-color system to direct ships into different areas and warn of hazards - green for safe passages, white for the central channel, and red for potential danger zones. This seemingly simple system is actually a smart solution for navigation in shallow, murky waters.