Haus Meerdüne Live Cam
From the Weser River to the island of Neuwerk to the mouth of the Elbe off Cuxhaven
Historical Foundations
Perched atop the dynamic dunes of the UNESCO‑designated Wadden Sea coastline, Haus Meerdüne traces its origins to the late 19th century. Constructed in 1898 by local sea captains seeking a retreat from the rigors of North Sea navigation, the villa was built on a compacted sand foundation reinforced with oak timber piles. These piles, driven deep below the high‑tide line, ensured stability amid shifting sands and storm surges. The original half‑timber façade and steeply pitched roof borrowed elements from traditional Frisian farmhouses, while large, south‑facing windows captured panoramic vistas of the tidal flats and the distant spire of the Duhnen lighthouse.
