This type of breakwater is a typical form of coastal defence in the Dutch province of Zeeland and is called "Paalhoofden". Most are made up of a long, double row of piles. But there are also variants with a single row of piles. Some of them are located up to 14 metres deep in the ground. Zeeland uses this form of coastal protection because of its strong currents. A stone breakwater would be counterproductive here because of soil loss. If water can flow through the piles, the current is slowed down but the soil does not wash away.
My name is Pieter van Roijen and I am a part-time photographer with my roots in Rotterdam. Many of my photos were taken in and around this metropolis on the Meuse, but also nature and landscapes at home and abroad. In addition to nature and landscape photography, I.. Read more…