Management of Wadden Sea Salt Marshes in the Context of Nature Conservation, Coastal Flooding and Erosion Risks: A Review

Salt marshes within the UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea, the world's largest intertidal system, play a dual role: they support high biodiversity while also mitigating coastal flooding and erosion risks. This review highlights their potential to adapt to climate-induced sea-level rise, offering long-term protection for densely populated coastal areas. The study integrates biogeomorphological dynamics with management strategies, emphasizing the need for tailored approaches that balance nature conservation with flood risk mitigation. By analyzing hydrodynamic processes and management options, it provides a conceptual framework to guide adaptive salt marsh management, ensuring resilience in the face of environmental change.

Eden, A., & Thorenz, F. (2024). Management of Wadden Sea Salt Marshes in the Context of Nature Conservation, Coastal Flooding and Erosion Risks: A Review. Environments, 11(9), 191. https://doi.org/10.3390/environments11090191