Editorial

  • Ad J.F. van der Spek Deltares, P.O. Box 177, 2600 MH Delft, the Netherlands; and Faculty of Geosciences, Utrecht University, P.O. Box 80115, 3508 TC Utrecht, the Netherlands
  • Niels van den Berg Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research NWO, P.O. Box 93138, 2509 AC The Hague, the Netherlands
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/njg.2018.12

Abstract

The Wadden Sea region spans a distance of nearly 500km along the North Sea coast from the Netherlands to Denmark. It consists of a chain of barrier islands which shelter an area of extensive intertidal flats and salt marshes that are dissected by tidal channels and creeks. Moreover, several estuaries are part of this area which is known for its intriguing morphodynamics. The natural process of continuous erosion, transport and deposition of sediment shapes the morphology of the area, which has a high ecological value, especially the intertidal morphology that supports a wide range of wildlife.

Published
2018-10-11
How to Cite
van der Spek , A. J., & van den Berg , N. (2018). Editorial. Netherlands Journal of Geosciences, 97, 69-70. https://doi.org/10.1017/njg.2018.12
Issue
Volume 97 - 2018
Section
Regular paper
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