Did you know - Swakopmund used to have a harbour?
Well, that’s why Swakopmund has a lighthouse that is visible from afar, thus built to guide ships into Swakopmund. the symbol of Swakopmund.
The Swakopmund Lighthouse was constructed in July 1902. A hill a little further away from the pier and the beach was chosen as the location. Because of the rough surf, the lighthouse was not built directly on the beach or even off the coast. The basic form of the 11.5m high lighthouse was built from hewn stones.
Today, the lighthouse no longer serves to guide ships into Swakopmund but instead serves as a navigational aid to all ships approaching and departing the port of Walvis Bay, in conjunction with the lighthouse at Pelican Point.
The Swakopmund Lighthouse is a landmark enjoying international prominence. It is a coveted object for photography, postcards, and other artwork such as painting. It is also right next to the Swakopmund State House and towers over the Mole area, which is a focal point of tourism and other recreational activities.
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