Noorderhoofd, Maritime navigation structure in Westkapelle, Netherlands.
Noorderhoofd is a lighthouse in Westkapelle with a red tower marked by a white band running across its shaft. The structure stands approximately 16 meters high and emits light signals to assist ships in navigation.
The lighthouse was built in 1874 and represented a pioneering work by Dutch architect Quirinus Harder. Its round cast iron design was innovative for the Netherlands when it was completed.
The lighthouse served as part of a navigation network that guided ships through waters around Walcheren. Together with nearby lighthouses, it formed a system that mariners relied on to travel safely through the region.
The lighthouse is accessible to visitors who can explore all four floors inside. The area around the structure is generally easy to reach, though it is wise to check opening hours before your visit.
The round iron segments of the tower were cast using special wooden molds created by the Nering Bogel foundry in Deventer. This manufacturing technique made it possible to build the curved iron shell.
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