Virtsu Lighthouse

The Virtsu Lighthouse is located in Virtsu, Lääne County, Estonia. It was first built in 1866, but has undergone several reconstructions and demolitions over the years. The current lighthouse was built in 1951 and stands at a height of 18 meters with a focal height of 19 meters. It is a quadrangular tower with a balcony and no lantern, marked with a red upper half and white lower half.

The lighthouse has a range of 11 nautical miles and is used as a signal for the Suur Strait. Its history dates back to 1856 when the decision to build the lighthouse was made. The original lighthouse was destroyed during World War I, and subsequent versions were also damaged or demolished during World War II. The current lighthouse has been in operation since 1951 and has undergone some renovations, including the replacement of the reflector apparatus in 1971.

The Virtsu Lighthouse is still in use today, serving as an important aid to navigation in the region. Its interesting history and distinctive design make it a notable landmark in Estonia. With its cement blocks basement and concrete construction, the lighthouse is a sturdy structure that has withstood the test of time. Its current status is that of an active aid to navigation, helping to guide ships through the Suur Strait.

Light and tower

It lies on the Great Strait (Suur väin), Väinameri, Baltic Sea. It has a quadrangular tower with balcony and no lantern tower. The tower is built of [[concrete]]. Its daymark is red upper half and white lower half. The light has a focal height of 19 metres. The light has a range of 11 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is Fl W 5 s. (1.5+3.5=5s) [[File:Virtsu lighthouse.gif|12px]]. It was first lit in 1951.

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