Westerlichttoren, Lighthouse in Haamstede, Netherlands
The red and white spiral-patterned lighthouse rises 50 meters above ground level with walls measuring 2.4 meters thick at its foundation.
Constructed between 1837 and 1840 following architect L. Valk's design, the lighthouse played an essential role in maritime navigation along the Dutch coast.
The structure received Rijksmonument status in 1982, recognizing its importance within Dutch maritime heritage and architectural achievements.
Visitors can climb 226 steps through the stone and iron staircase to reach the observation point at the top of the lighthouse.
The lighthouse appeared on the former Dutch 250-guilder banknote and operates with a second-order Fresnel lens producing a distinctive 2+1 flash pattern.
Location: Schouwen-Duiveland
Inception: 1840
Floors above the ground: 2
Height: 50 m
Address: Vuurtoren 1, 4328 KG Burgh-Haamstede 4328KG 4328KG
GPS coordinates: 51.70889,3.69167
Latest update: March 16, 2025 06:07
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