Knipsand

The Kniepsand spans 15 kilometers along Amrum's western shore, forming a natural barrier with widths reaching 1.5 kilometers at certain points.

First documented in 1585 as Ameren bor on maritime charts, this sand formation initially positioned perpendicular to Amrum Island changed its orientation over centuries.

Local conservation groups maintain specific areas of Kniepsand as protected zones for numerous bird species, integrating environmental preservation with tourism.

Visitors access multiple supervised swimming areas along the beach, with designated naturist sections and spaces where people construct driftwood structures.

This moving sandbank continues its geological journey northward, with scientists predicting its complete migration around Amrum's northern tip in coming centuries.

Location: Schleswig-Holstein

GPS coordinates: 54.64600,8.31995

Latest update: May 21, 2025 19:37