Darłowo Lighthouse

Darłowo Lighthouse has a focal height of 19.7 metres, a tower height of 21 metres and a range of 15 nautical miles. It was built in 1715.

Focal height
19.7 metres
Tower height
21 metres
Range
15 nautical miles
Built
1715
First lit
1885
Coordinates
54.44031, 16.37864
Darłowo Lighthouse

The Darłowo Lighthouse is located in Darłowo, West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland, on the Polish coast of the Baltic Sea. The lighthouse was first built in 1715, with the current structure being constructed in 1885. It is a square tower with a balcony attached to the front pilot house, made of brick, and stands at a height of 21 meters.

The lighthouse has undergone several renovations and expansions, including in 1927 when an extra floor was added, and in 1996 when the light source was changed to halogen bulbs. The lighthouse is currently managed by Port Darłowo and is open to the public. It can be reached by crossing the river Wieprz by a drawbridge. The lighthouse has a range of 15 miles and signals the way to the port.

The Darłowo Lighthouse has a rich history, with the first mention of a lighthouse in the area dating back to 1715. Over the years, the lighthouse has been upgraded and modernized, with the current structure being a notable landmark in the region. Today, the lighthouse is an important aid to navigation and a popular tourist attraction, offering stunning views of the surrounding area. With its unique architecture and fascinating history, the Darłowo Lighthouse is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in lighthouses and maritime history.

Light and tower

It has a square tower with balcony attached to the front pilot house tower. The tower is built of brick. Its daymark is unpainted tower, white balcony and lantern. The light has a focal height of 19.7 metres. The light has a range of 15 nautical miles. It carries a Fresnel lens. It was first lit in 1885. It is managed by Port Darłowo.

Details

Name
Darłowo Lighthouse<br />''Latarnia Morska Darłowo''
Marking
unpainted tower, white balcony and lantern
Range Nm
15
Lens Type
Fresnel lens
Year Built
1715
Tower Shape
square tower with balcony attached to the front pilot house
Location Text
[[Darłowo]]<br /> [[West Pomeranian Voivodeship]]<br /> [[Poland]]
Focal Height M
19.7
Managing Agent
Port Darłowo
Tower Height M
21
Year First Lit
1885
Construction Material
brick