The herring fence is one of the landmarks of our city. It was built as early as the 15th century and is regarded in Europe as the last witness of a formerly common fishing method. Soon the fence will be extensively restored.

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Bea

December 20, 2021

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Exciting story, today was very fidgety water, certainly a lot of herrings ...

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Dr. G.

February 5, 2023

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The herring fence is a passive fishing device used worldwide. Such fences have been handed down since the Stone Age.

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Location: Kappeln, Schleswig-Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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