Managing Organization: Min. of Traffic, Public Works & Water Management
Notes: This lighthouse was constructed using the upper portion of the IJmuiden Front Light (1879). Tower Height: 31 Height of Focal Plane: 177 Characteristic and Range: White light, 2 seconds on, 2 seconds off, visible for 20 nautical miles. Description of Tower: Red, conical cast iron tower.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers? 1836: Conical brick tower, 38 feet tall, with dwelling nearby. Date Established: 1836 Date Present Tower Built: 1909 Optics: First order Fresnel lens. Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Yes. Museum? The lighthouse is open to the public all year, Saturday, Sunday and holidays 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Monday through Friday 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Directions: Private cars are not allowed at the lighthouse because much of the island is a military base; bus transportation is available.
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