Waddenland Outstanding


World Heritage Site: Wadden Sea

Publication Year: 2021

Publication Type: Book

Publication Identifier: WHE79F1865362

Summary

The Wadden Sea Region, spanning embanked coastal marshes and islands near Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands, stands out for its unparalleled shared history and cultural heritage. This region, despite lacking political unity, has maintained a cohesive landscape and societal organization shaped by over 2000 years of settlement. Notable advancements in water management during the last millennium have set global standards, reflecting its enduring influence on both landscape and culture. The publication 'Waddenland Outstanding' synthesizes current research, offering insights into the region's historical, archaeological, economic, social, and cultural dimensions.

Citation

Döring, M., Egberts, L., Enemark, J., Schroor, M., & Fischer, L. (2025). Waddenland Outstanding (, Ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.5117/9789462986602

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