Hel Lighthouse

The Hel Lighthouse is located in the town of Hel, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland. It is situated at the eastern tip of the Hel Peninsula, guiding ship traffic into Gdańsk Bay and the Bay of Puck. The lighthouse has a long history, with the first structure being built in 1670, followed by subsequent attempts in 1790 and 1827.

The current lighthouse was built in 1942, during World War II, after the Germans ordered locals to erect a new structure. The 40-meter tower is painted red and has an octagonal shape, with a balcony and lantern. The light source is a 1000-watt bulb, set 41 meters above sea level, with a range of 17 miles. The lighthouse is still active today, serving as an important aid to navigation for ships in the area.

The Hel Lighthouse has a rich and interesting history, with several attempts at construction and various improvements over the years. Despite being damaged and rebuilt, the lighthouse has continued to serve its purpose, helping to guide ships safely into the bay. Today, the lighthouse stands as a testament to the importance of maritime navigation and the role it plays in ensuring the safety of ships and their crews.

Light and tower

It has a tapered octagonal tower with balcony and lantern tower. Its daymark is red tower and lantern. The light has a focal height of 41 metres. Its light characteristic is [[File:Light Signal Iso W 5s.gif|35px]]<br />Iso W 5s. It was first lit in 1942.