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Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse

F White🇩🇪Cuxhaven, DEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse

Cuxhaven Northwest G, a cylindrical tower standing 23 meters tall, was built and first lit in 2015. Its exterior features distinct red and white horizontal bands. This modern structure, equipped with a double gallery, emits a continuous white light. It is located on the south side of the channel near Cuxhaven, Germany, guiding vessels on the Elbe estuary. While the surrounding site is accessible, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides commercial and recreational vessels through the Cuxhaven channel, a key entry to the Elbe River and Port of Hamburg. Its steady white light offers a clear signal in an area with significant shipping traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2015

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: round cylindrical tower with double gallery

Location

City
Cuxhaven
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Lower Saxony
Sea Region
Located on the south side of the channel near Cuxhaven, Germany.
Latitude
53.8918°
Longitude
8.6872°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cuxhaven(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B1349.8
NGA No.
10442.1
ARLHS No.
FED-297
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse at night?+
Cuxhaven Northwest G displays the characteristic F White. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cuxhaven at 1.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Altenbruch Reede (4.4 NM SE), Otterndorf (9.3 NM SE), FRIEDRICHSKOOG (9.6 NM NE), Neuhaus an der Oste (13.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse?+
Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cuxhaven Northwest G Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.