Ristna Lighthouse
Ristna Lighthouse (Estonian: Ristna tuletorn) is a lighthouse located in Ristna Point, Kõpu Peninsula, on the island of Hiiumaa (on the coast of the Baltic Sea) in Estonia.
| Location | Hiiumaa, Estonia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 58°56′24″N 22°03′19″E |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1874 (first) |
| Foundation | concrete base |
| Construction | cast iron |
| Automated | 1997 |
| Height | 30 metres (98 ft) |
| Shape | hexagonal tower with balcony and lantern |
| Markings | red tower and white lantern dome |
| Heritage | architectural monument |
| Light | |
| First lit | 1920 (current) |
| Focal height | 37 metres (121 ft) |
| Range | 12 nautical miles (22 km; 14 mi) |
| Characteristic | LFl W/R 15 s. |
| Estonia no. | EVA 673 |
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