Suurupi.Travel In 1759, counter-admiral Mordvinov proposed to the Admiralty College to build a lighthouse on the Suurupi Peninsula. The lighthouse began operation in 1760, probably with an open fire. At the end of the 19th century, the dwelling, sauna, oil house, cellar and barn of the light station were completed. The station was surrounded by a high board fence with a limestone base. In the Second World War, the lighthouse keeper’s dwelling was destroyed during the retreat of the German forces. The lighthouse was saved from the worst fate, but required extensive renewal. In 1951, the lighthouse was reconstructed with the height of 22 m and in a slightly different shape. A new generator building was built at the station and the destroyed dwelling was replaced by a new house. In 1998, the lighthouse received a new lantern room and the light equipment was modernized. In 2011, a new LED lighting device was installed on the roof of the lantern room. The height of the light was increased by 2 meters and the light’s directional character was eliminated – now having a 360⁰ visibility.
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There are 4 ways to get from Tallinn to Suurupi by bus, taxi and car. We recommend taking the bus from Vabaduse väljak (Freedom Square) to Tempo bus station, which is the cheapest option and takes around 35 min. Alternatively, taking the taxi from Tallinn to Suurupi is the fastest option and takes around 26 min. Read more about Suurupi …
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Suurupi Lighthouse Rear
