Westhoofd Lighthouse

The Westhoofd Lighthouse rises 52 meters above the landscape with white-painted walls visible from far across the flat terrain. It continues to function as a navigation aid for ships in the North Sea and serves as an important visual reference point for coastal navigation.

Architect Gijsbert Friedhoff designed this structure in 1948 as part of the post-war rebuilding effort. The building has embodied the architectural language of the post-war period and has shaped the coastal landscape since its construction.

The lighthouse is a protected monument and represents how Dutch coastal communities rebuilt after 1945. Its sturdy design reflects the post-war construction approach used along the North Sea coast.

The site is reached via a marked walking path from the parking area, and daytime hours offer the best views of the structure. Wear weather-resistant clothing since the exposed coastal location can be quite windy.

The lighthouse is still operated by staff and its light actively guides ships through North Sea waters. This continued function makes it more than just a historical object but a living part of modern navigation.

Location: Goeree-Overflakkee

Inception: 1948

Architects: Gijsbert Friedhoff

Architectural style: reconstruction-period architecture

Height: 52 m

Part of: Top 100 of Dutch monuments 1940-1958

Address: In de duinen bij de Groenedijk te Ouddorp

GPS coordinates: 51.81320,3.86413

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08