Nederland - Vlieland, De Vuurduin
De Vuurduin is the landmark of the island of Vlieland. This lighthouse - also called the Rode Kabouter (Red Gnome) - is a monument. It is only 16.8 metres high, but thanks to its location on the 42-metre-high Vuurboetsduin, the light from the tower shines 55 metres above sea level. The lights and the glass are stationary; a sort of curtain rotates to screen the light every two seconds.
The cast-iron red tower was originally the superstructure of a tower from IJmuiden and was transferred to Vlieland in 1909. In 1929, an observation post on stilts was built next to the lighthouse. In 1986, the dome of the lighthouse was completely renovated. De Vuurduin works completely automatically. The lighthouse keeper is still regularly present for visitors. The stairs to the panoramic roof have 49 steps; the lamp is 9 steps higher.
From the lighthouse one has a unique view over two seas: the Wadden Sea and the North Sea.
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Taken on Tuesday May 25, 2021
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Posted on Friday June 18, 2021
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Roger (Grisly) said:
HFF and a good weekend
Walter 7.8.1956 said:
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raingirl said:
I really would like to be there someday. Perhaps you'd add this to my group 'been there - wish to go'?
WISH
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Madeleine Defawes said:
HFF et Bon weekend. Amitiés
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Pat Del said:
HFF , Jaap !
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Malik Raoulda said:
HFF et bon week-end salutaire.
Rosalyn Hilborne said:
HFF and wish you a good weekend.
David G Johnson said:
Keep well and a 'HFF' to you - from Dj.
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