Ameland lighthouse at sunset.The Amelander lighthouse is an imposing sight, without the rhythmic rays, which as darkness falls, shine over the island and the cast iron lighthouse, Ameland would not be the same.
The lighthouse is a real challenge to climb. But once you have conquered all the steps, you are rewarded with a magnificent view.
On 10 May 1881, the lights in the tower were lit for the first time. With this light, sailors were warned for the dangerous grounds near the Amelander coast. Now, more than 130 years later, visitors can still enjoy the unique, wide-open view that the lighthouse keepers once had when they were on watch.
Climbing the lighthouse is quite a challenge, but during the climb up, visitors can enjoy small exhibits on the floors. Upstairs in "the watch" you can empathize and imagine what the life of the lighthouse keeper was like back then. The watch offers a glimpse into this special world of yesteryear. Standing on the circumference you are for a moment in another, high world.
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