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Name: Vuurduin Light

Also known as: Vlieland Light

Nearest Town or City:
Vlieland, Netherlands

Location: Friesland province, northern coast of Netherlands.


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Photo: Courtesy of Michel Forand

Managing Organization:
Min. of Traffic, Public Works & Water Management

Tower Height: 31

Height of Focal Plane: 177

Characteristic and Range: Isophase light pattern 4 sec., 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

Current Use: Active aid to navigation.

Open To Public? Yes.

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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.

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