The lighthouse replaced an earlier 1872 iron tower that had to be abandoned due to coastal erosion.
The light signal is visible for up to 17 nautical miles under clear conditions.
It is one of the few lighthouses in Germany that remains open to the public for climbing.
The structure is built on a foundation designed to withstand the unstable, sandy soil of the southwest coast.
The tower's current light characteristic is a triple flash every 20 seconds.
Leuchtturm Flügge is a 38-meter-high active lighthouse located on the southwestern coast of the island of Fehmarn. Built in 1916, it serves as a crucial navigational aid for ships entering the Fehmarn Belt. The tower is constructed from red brick and features a distinctive white lantern house at its peak. Visitors can ascend 162 steps to reach the observation gallery. The lighthouse offers views across the Baltic Sea toward the German mainland and the neighboring coastline of Fehmarn. It is one of five lighthouses situated on the island. The surrounding area is part of a nature reserve characterized by salt marshes and bird habitats.
The external base of the tower looking up to capture the red brick texture against the sky, or from the top gallery looking west.
Check the official website for current climbing status, as access may be restricted during high wind or maintenance.
Bring binoculars to spot the diverse bird species in the adjacent Wallnau Bird Reserve.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes to handle the narrow, steep metal staircase during the climb.
Do not attempt the climb if you suffer from vertigo or claustrophobia, as the staircase is confined and steep.
Closed during the winter season; generally open from spring through autumn.
Maintain quiet behavior to respect the surrounding nature reserve and the residential atmosphere of the nearby village.
