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Zinnowitz Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 4s🇩🇪Küstengewässer einschließlich Anteil am Festlandsockel, DEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zinnowitz Lighthouse

Built in 2006, the Zinnowitz Lighthouse stands as a square steel tower, 13 meters tall, marked with red and white horizontal bands. It carries a large, red, diamond-shaped, slatted daymark and emits a yellow flash every 4 seconds. This structure is located near the end of the pier in the resort town of Zinnowitz, about 15 kilometers southeast of Peenemünde along Germany's Baltic coast. The focal height of the light is 25 meters, providing a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. The site itself is open to the public, though the tower is closed.

Why it matters: The Zinnowitz light is essential for vessels navigating towards the pier in this resort area. Its proximity to the unique Tauchgondol diving bell also makes it a distinctive landmark combining maritime safety with tourism.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl Y 4s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square white skeletal tower carrying a large diamond-shaped red slatted daymark

Location

City
Küstengewässer einschließlich Anteil am Festlandsockel
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Region
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Sea Region
Baltic coast of Germany, near the end of the pier at Zinnowitz, a resort town about 15 km southeast of Peenemünde.
Latitude
54.0829°
Longitude
13.9162°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zinnowitz(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C2666.
NGA No.
5969
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zinnowitz Lighthouse at night?+
Zinnowitz displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 4s. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Zinnowitz Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zinnowitz Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zinnowitz at 0.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Wolgast (5.3 NM WSW), KROSLIN (6 NM WNW), Peenemünde (6.2 NM WNW), Lassan (8.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zinnowitz Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zinnowitz 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 Zinnowitz Lighthouse?+
Zinnowitz Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Zinnowitz Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zinnowitz 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.