Sand replenishment for the coast protection on the North sea island of Sylt, Germany

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The coastline of the Island of Sylt is perpetually changing by storm, waves and erosion. The further land loss shall be prevented by sand replenishment and by barriers of concrete-tetrapods.

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Size: 3750px × 2500px
Location: Hoernum Odde, Island of Sylt, Germany
Photo credit: © Konrad Weiss / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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