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Zecherin Oberfeuer Lighthouse

Oc (3) White 15s🇩🇪Fürstenwalde/Spree, DEOperational

This square skeletal concrete tower, painted white with a red border, stands 21 meters tall. Its lantern room is situated 23 meters above the water. The light emits three white flashes every 15 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. A large triangular daymark, point down, is carried by the structure. The Zecherin Oberfeuer is located on the Peenestrom, near the eastern end of the Zecheriner Bridge, which connects the mainland to Usedom island. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for guiding southbound vessels through the narrowest section of the Peenestrom, preventing groundings and collisions in this critical waterway. Its position adjacent to the Zecheriner Bridge makes it a recognizable landmark for both maritime traffic and land travelers.

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Oc(3) W 15s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM
City
Fürstenwalde/Spree
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Brandenburg
Sea Region
Located on the Peenestrom, guiding southbound vessels through its narrowest passage, near the east end of the Zecheriner Bridge connecting the mainland to Usedom island.
Latitude
52.3578°
Longitude
14.0658°
Nearest Port
Berlin(26.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C2659.98.
NGA No.
6492
ARLHS No.
FED-244
Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red border
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a large triangular daymark, point down

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
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How do mariners identify Zecherin Oberfeuer Lighthouse at night?+
Zecherin Oberfeuer displays the characteristic Oc (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 seconds. 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 Zecherin Oberfeuer Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zecherin Oberfeuer Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Braunsdorf at 4.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Hubertushöhe (8.3 NM SSW), Wolzig (10.1 NM WSW), Blossin (12.2 NM WSW), Bindow (12.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zecherin Oberfeuer Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zecherin Oberfeuer 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.
How can I track vessels near Zecherin Oberfeuer Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zecherin Oberfeuer 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.