Langeoog, Coastal island in Lower Saxon Wadden Sea, Germany
Langeoog is an island in the North Sea off the coast of Lower Saxony, stretching about 14 kilometers along the shore. The landscape consists of sand beaches that constantly shift with the tides, which rise and fall twice each day.
A major storm surge at Christmas in 1717 divided the island into separate sections and permanently shaped its form. These events show how powerful the natural forces of the North Sea have been in shaping this region's geography.
Horse-drawn carriages remain the main way people move around the island, shaping how the place looks and feels. This traditional form of transport connects visitors to a way of life that has persisted here for generations.
Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the island for regular traffic, only emergency services may drive. If you want to visit, you must leave your car at Bensersiel port and take a ferry to reach the island.
Beneath the island's sandy ground, a layer of freshwater forms and floats on top of the denser saltwater below. This hidden freshwater lens develops because rain seeps into the sandy soil and collects there over time.
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