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Nieuwe Sluis, Maritime lighthouse in Breskens, Netherlands.

The Nieuwe Sluis lighthouse rises 22.5 meters into the sky with five floors and serves as a navigation point for vessels entering Breskens waters.

Built in 1868 under the direction of architect Quirinus Harder, the Nieuwe Sluis lighthouse received the protected status of Rijksmonument for its architectural value.

The lighthouse stands as a representation of Dutch maritime engineering excellence, contributing to the navigation heritage of the Zeeuws-Vlaanderen region.

Visitors can reach the lighthouse at coordinates 51.406944 latitude and 3.521389 longitude, with annual attendance numbers reaching 6,061 people in 2015.

The structure maintains its original function while integrating modern navigation technology, preserving its role in maritime safety for over 150 years.

Location: Sluis

Inception: 1868

Architects: Quirinus Harder

Floors above the ground: 5

Height: 22.5 m

Address: Nieuwesluisweg 14 4511RS

Website: http://vuurtorenbreskens.nl

GPS coordinates: 51.40694,3.52139

Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:58

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