Old lighthouse Wangerooge

This historic building offers more than just a spectacular view of the island and the North Sea. Inside, the island museum invites you on a fascinating journey into history. The permanent exhibition tells the story of the island's towers and navigation marks, which illustrate both the island's transformation through the ages and its strategic importance. From its role as a military base to bathing life - the stories of islanders, guests and researchers come to life here.

The viewing platform offers a very special experience: at a height of 39 meters, a breathtaking view opens up far out, even as far as Heligoland 43 kilometers away on a clear day. A must-see when visiting the island of Wangerooge!

The Old Lighthouse has also been offering civil wedding ceremonies since 1996. Many a romantic union has been sealed in the former lighthouse keeper's watchroom. If you have any questions about weddings in the Old Lighthouse, please contact the registry office on +49 4469-99140 or standesamt@wangerooge.de.

The lighthouse is ideal for group visits in bad weather and is perfect for school classes, families and individual guests. Discover a place where the past comes alive and which offers every visitor an incomparable experience! Groups should register for a visit to the Old Lighthouse via leuchtturm@wangerooge.de.

For different evening opening times, please refer to the notices on site.