Low Light of the Hook of Holland, 19th-century lighthouse in Rotterdam, Netherlands
The Low Light of the Hook of Holland is a red cast iron tower with four floors situated at the entrance to the Nieuwe Waterweg canal. Standing about 13.5 meters tall, it served as a navigation aid to help ships safely enter the Port of Rotterdam.
Built in 1899 by a Dordrecht-based company, it replaced an earlier brick tower from 1893 that had proven inadequate. The new structure improved navigation safety for vessels entering the growing port.
The lighthouse represents Rotterdam's deep connection to the sea and its role as a major port city. Visitors walking around it can see how this structure shaped the city's relationship with maritime trade and navigation.
The lighthouse is now located at the Maritime Museum, making it easy for visitors to access and explore. Getting there by public transportation is straightforward, and the museum provides information about visiting hours and what to expect.
After being deactivated in 1967, the structure was dismantled into two sections and later reassembled, marking a remarkable preservation effort. Its restoration and relocation to the museum in 1990 allowed this piece of maritime history to survive for future generations.
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