where in the world 992, flowers across the afsluitdijk, holland
shot by KHWD
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The Afsluitdijk is a remarkable engineering feat in the Netherlands, stretching 32 kilometers (20 miles) across the Wadden Sea to separate it from the IJsselmeer12. Constructed between 1927 and 1932, this major dam and causeway was designed to protect the Dutch inland areas from the sea and to facilitate land reclamation.
Here are some key points about the Afsluitdijk:
Purpose: It was built to dam off the Zuiderzee, a saltwater inlet of the North Sea, transforming it into the freshwater lake IJsselmeer.
Construction: The dike was largely built by hand and has been protecting the Netherlands from the sea for over 90 years.
Dimensions: The dike is 90 meters (300 feet) wide at the crest and initially stood at a height of 7.25 meters (23.8 feet) above sea level.
Upgrades: Since its construction, the Afsluitdijk has undergone several height increases to enhance its protective capabilities.
Recreational Use: There are cycle paths and footpaths along the dike, offering scenic views of both the Wadden Sea and the IJsselmeer.
It’s a vital part of the larger Zuiderzee Works, showcasing the Dutch expertise in water management and engineering
we stopped in eth middle where there is a jetty and a whole lot of lovely flowers. snap , snap, snap
where in the world 992, flowers across the afsluitdijk, holland
shot by KHWD
want to see more images or read the blog?
www.motorhome-travels.net/post/blog-100-our-scandinavia-h...
The Afsluitdijk is a remarkable engineering feat in the Netherlands, stretching 32 kilometers (20 miles) across the Wadden Sea to separate it from the IJsselmeer12. Constructed between 1927 and 1932, this major dam and causeway was designed to protect the Dutch inland areas from the sea and to facilitate land reclamation.
Here are some key points about the Afsluitdijk:
Purpose: It was built to dam off the Zuiderzee, a saltwater inlet of the North Sea, transforming it into the freshwater lake IJsselmeer.
Construction: The dike was largely built by hand and has been protecting the Netherlands from the sea for over 90 years.
Dimensions: The dike is 90 meters (300 feet) wide at the crest and initially stood at a height of 7.25 meters (23.8 feet) above sea level.
Upgrades: Since its construction, the Afsluitdijk has undergone several height increases to enhance its protective capabilities.
Recreational Use: There are cycle paths and footpaths along the dike, offering scenic views of both the Wadden Sea and the IJsselmeer.
It’s a vital part of the larger Zuiderzee Works, showcasing the Dutch expertise in water management and engineering
we stopped in eth middle where there is a jetty and a whole lot of lovely flowers. snap , snap, snap