Leuchtturm Friedrichsort: A Guiding Light in Kiel

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A historic lighthouse in Kiel, guiding ships into the Kiel Fjord and offering scenic views of the Baltic Sea. A maritime landmark since 1815.

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Leuchtturm Friedrichsort

The Leuchtturm Friedrichsort, a prominent lighthouse in Kiel, has been a navigational aid since 1815. The current structure, a 31.7-meter-tall concrete tower built in 1971, stands on the Kiel Fjord, guiding ships entering the Kiel Canal and harbor.

A brief summary to Leuchtturm Friedrichsort

Kiel, Pries-Friedrichsort, DE
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Local tips

Visit during Kiel Week to see the Windjammer Parade pass by the lighthouse.
Take a walk along Falckensteiner Strand for beautiful views of the lighthouse and the Kiel Fjord.
Explore the nearby Pries-Friedrichsort district for local shops and restaurants.

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Getting There

Public Transport

From Kiel city center, take bus line 13 towards Friedrichsort. Get off at the 'Kiel An der Schanze' stop, which is close to the lighthouse. The bus ride takes approximately 27 minutes. A single ticket costs around €3. Alternatively, take the F1 ferry from Kiel Seegarten to Kiel Friedrichsort. The ferry runs every 4 hours and the journey takes about 47 minutes. A single ticket for the ferry is also around €3.
Walking

From the 'Kiel An der Schanze' bus stop, walk along the Deichweg towards the Falckensteiner Strand. The lighthouse is located on a small island just off the beach and is easily visible. The walk from the bus stop to the beach is approximately 10 minutes.
Car

From Kiel, follow the signs towards Pries-Friedrichsort. Once in Friedrichsort, follow signs for Falckensteiner Strand. Limited parking is available near the beach. Parking costs approximately €1-2 per hour.

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Leuchtturm Friedrichsort, located in the Pries-Friedrichsort district of Kiel, marks the narrowest point of the Kiel Fjord. A beacon has been present at this location since 1815, starting as a wooden structure before evolving into the current concrete lighthouse. The original wooden light barge was erected in 1807 but only went into operation in 1815. It was replaced by an iron light barge in 1853, which was destroyed by ice in 1863/64. In 1866, the first brick lighthouse was constructed, and it was replaced by the current, taller structure in 1971 to meet the demands of increasing maritime traffic. The current lighthouse is a 31.7-meter-high, round, steel-reinforced concrete tower, painted in green and white. It acts as a crucial navigational aid, equipped with a range of 7 nautical miles for white light, 6 nautical miles for green light and 5 nautical miles for red light. The lighthouse also features a fog signal system and equipment for monitoring water levels. The structure is remotely controlled from the traffic control center in Travemünde. Today, the Leuchtturm Friedrichsort is not only a functional lighthouse but also a cultural landmark. The island on which it stands and the lighthouse itself are listed as protected cultural monuments of the city of Kiel. While the lighthouse is not open for public tours, it offers scenic views of the Baltic Sea and the ships passing through the Kiel Fjord. The surrounding Falckensteiner Strand is a popular spot for walks and enjoying the maritime atmosphere.