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Cuxhaven Northwest V Lighthouse

F White🇩🇪DEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cuxhaven Northwest V Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, built in 2015, stands 23 meters tall on the north side of the Elbe entrance channel. Its tower displays red, white, and buff bands and features a double gallery. The light emits a single white flash and is visible for 13.8 nautical miles. The site can be accessed, but the tower itself is closed to the public. Its nearest port is Friedrichskoog, located 7.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for guiding ships through the Elbe entrance channel, a critical artery for international shipping. Its strategic placement, working in tandem with another light, provides precise navigational guidance for vessels entering and departing the Elbe River. The distinct banding on its tower also serves as a clear daymark for mariners.

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
red, white, and buff bands

Structure: round cylindrical tower with double gallery

Location

Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Schleswig-Holstein
Sea Region
Elbe entrance channel, on the north side
Latitude
53.9902°
Longitude
8.6791°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Friedrichskoog(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
B1349.9
NGA No.
10442.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cuxhaven Northwest V Lighthouse at night?+
Cuxhaven Northwest V 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 V Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cuxhaven Northwest V Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is FRIEDRICHSKOOG at 7.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Cuxhaven (7.6 NM S), Altenbruch Reede (9.7 NM SSE), Büsum (10 NM NE), Meldorf (11.5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cuxhaven Northwest V Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cuxhaven Northwest V 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 V Lighthouse?+
Cuxhaven Northwest V 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 V Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cuxhaven Northwest V 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.