Kõpu Lighthouse
Kõpu Lighthouse (Estonian: Kõpu tuletorn) is one of the best known symbols and tourist sites on the Estonian island of Hiiumaa. It is one of the oldest lighthouses in the world,[A] having been in continuous use since its completion in 1531. The lighthouse is quite unique with its shape and exceptional among lighthouses because it has gone through all the stages from a medieval landmark up to a modern electrified lighthouse.
Kõpu Lighthouse in 2012. | |
| Location | Hiiumaa, Mägipe, Hiiumaa Parish, Estonia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 58°54′57″N 22°11′59″E |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1531 |
| Construction | monolithic limestone and granite boulder tower |
| Automated | 1963 |
| Height | 37.7 m (124 ft) |
| Shape | square tower with four buttresses, balcony and lantern room |
| Markings | white tower with counterforts, red lantern room |
| Power source | mains electricity |
| Heritage | architectural monument |
| Light | |
| Focal height | 103.6 m (340 ft) |
| Light source | LED |
| Intensity | 2,100,000 candela |
| Range | 26 nmi (48 km; 30 mi) |
| Characteristic | Fl(2) W 10s |
| Estonia no. | 668 |
The lighthouse marks the Hiiu Shoal (Estonian: Hiiu madal, Swedish: Neckmansgrund) and warns ships away from the shoreline. Light from Kõpu Lighthouse can be used for navigation as far as 26 nautical miles (48 km; 30 mi) away.
Kõpu Lighthouse was previously known by its Swedish name, Övre Dagerort.
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