Stavoren Lighthouse, Lighthouse on IJsselmeer shore in Staveren, Netherlands.
Stavoren Lighthouse is a slender cast iron structure with a reddish exterior and white lantern dome standing on the IJsselmeer shore. It rises about 16 meters and serves to guide vessels safely into Stavoren harbor.
Built in 1884, the structure emerged when coastal trade and harbor safety became increasingly important to the region. In 1999 it gained status as a Rijksmonument, officially recognizing its value as a protected cultural landmark in the Netherlands.
The lighthouse represents how water and maritime life shaped Friesland's identity and continues to matter to people in the region today. Walking along the shore, you sense the connection between this structure and the community's relationship with the lake.
The lighthouse sits right on the harbor shore and is easy to spot from the waterfront area. Be aware that access and viewing conditions can vary depending on weather and maritime activity in the port.
This structure works as part of a three-light system with two additional beacons on nearby piers helping ships navigate more precisely into the harbor. The combination creates a clearer path for vessels arriving from different angles.
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