Remember that red and white tower before you? That’s the Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer. It stands proudly on the Unterweser shore. The Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer is part of a vital guiding light system.
The Richtfeuerlinie Juliusplate includes two lights. The Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer is one. The other is the Oberfeuer. Together they guide ships safely. They mark the waterway between Lemwerder and Berne. This is crucial for vessels traveling down the Weser.
Imagine the Weser without these guiding lights. Navigation would be much more dangerous. The Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer helps prevent accidents. It ensures safe passage for ships.
The Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer tower is 14 meters high. It is a red steel tube. A white band surrounds it. At the top is a red lantern. A balcony wraps around the lantern. The top is crowned with a pointed dome. The tower stands on a base. Sheet piling protects the base. It sits right on the Unterweser bank.
The Oberfeuer is taller. It stands 32 meters high. It is 490 meters away from the Unterfeuer. It stands in a meadow. A camping area surrounds that meadow.
Both lights started operating in October 1983. They create a range light of 299.6 degrees. The lights flash white. They flash together every four seconds. This is called Iso.W.4s. Ships heading the opposite direction use the Lemwerder range light.
The Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer also serves as the lower light. It is the lower light for the Berne range light. This adds to its importance.
Consider how these lights work together. They ensure safe passage. They have done so since 1983. The Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer is more than just a tower. It is a guardian of the Weser.
Next time you see the Berne-Juliusplate Unterfeuer remember its role. It keeps ships safe on the Unterweser. It is a vital part of the maritime landscape.