Bremerhaven's Mayor, Melf Grantz (SPD), is pushing for the "Roter Sand" lighthouse to make its way to the city. Grantz revealed on Monday that he suggested the Külken peninsula in the upcoming "shipyard quarter" as a potential new home for the iconic lighthouse. So far, Grantz has only received positive responses from the German Foundation for Monument Protection.
Located close to Bremerhaven, the lighthouse has deep historic ties to the city. Built in the Kaiserhafen in 1885, it has been guiding ships safely through the North Sea between Bremerhaven and Helgoland for over a century. With its rich maritime history, the lighthouse has become a popular tourist attraction in the city.
The move of the lighthouse from its current location is expected in the near future, with the federal government overseeing the selection of a suitable new location. An expert report from 2019 concluded that the 140-year-old maritime structure had become so dilapidated that its long-term stability was at risk. The "Roter Sand" lighthouse is recognized as a world first in offshore structures and has been listed as a cultural monument since 1982.
Relocating the "Roter Sand" lighthouse to Bremerhaven's shipyard quarter would not only celebrate the city's maritime heritage but also attract more tourists. Moreover, the relocation of the dilapidated lighthouse would emphasize the importance of preserving historic monuments amidst shipping and development initiatives.
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[1] UKHO's ADMIRALTY Notices to Mariners
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