Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse (Rubjerg Knude Fyr) is one of Denmark’s most iconic landmarks, known not just for its striking location, but also for its incredible journey of survival against nature. Here's a quick overview:
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| Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse |
🌊 Where It Is
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Located on the North Sea coast near Løkken in northern Denmark.
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Built on a high cliff called Rubjerg Knude, which is constantly being reshaped by wind and sea.
🏗️ Quick History
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Built: 1899
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First lit: December 27, 1900
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Height: 23 meters (about 75 feet)
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Originally stood 200 meters inland, but over time, coastal erosion brought the sea dangerously close.
🏖️ The Moving Lighthouse
By 2019, the lighthouse was just a few meters from the edge, and authorities feared it would collapse into the sea.
So what did they do?
💡 They moved it!
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In October 2019, the entire 720-ton lighthouse was shifted 70 meters inland on specially designed rails.
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The move took just a few hours and was a massive success.
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It cost around 5 million DKK (roughly $750,000 USD).
📸 What You’ll See Today
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The lighthouse now stands alone on a wind-swept dune, offering panoramic views of the coast.
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You can climb to the top for an incredible lookout over the sand dunes and North Sea.
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It’s a surreal, almost otherworldly scene—especially dramatic at sunset.
