Red Lighthouse - Northern Pier

The Red Lighthouse at the Northern Pier in The Hague, Netherlands, is a famous landmark along the harbor front. Built in 1889, this red-brick building stands at the end of one of the city's busiest harbors. This lighthouse guides ships into the harbor, helping to prevent them from running aground in the shallower areas. Visitors can also take pictures of and from the lighthouse. It offers views of the surrounding harbor and of the bustling city center. For the ultimate in sightseeing, take a tour of the area or an aerial tour of the city. Den Haag also offers a number of museums and architectural attractions, such as the Mauritshuis and its galleries.