New look for the beach bar 54 ° north: controversial new building in Spo!

New look for the beach bar 54 ° north: controversial new building in Spo!

The new beach bar 54 ° Nord in Sankt Peter-Ording, Schleswig-Holstein, ensures heated discussions among the holidaymakers! From 2025 the popular pile building that hovers over the North Sea will open its gates - but opinions about the new Design are split. The new building, which is created 250 meters from the original location, is perceived by many as "ugly" and "characterless". "Has something of a container parking space," judges a user in a Facebook group, while others complain about the loss of the Nordic flair.

new building due to climatic changes

The reason for the new building is alarming: the North Sea moves around eight meters closer to land due to the rising sea level. The old beach bar was already in the water at flood, which made a safe new building inevitable. The new bar is designed barrier -free, with a ramp and elevator, to give all guests access. "It scores with the latest technology and sustainable construction," explains the tourism director Katharina Schirmbeck.

But despite the functional improvements, the look remains a point of contain. "The new beach bar cannot be outbid in ugliness," scolds one user. The construction made of wood and zinc is perceived by many as unattractive. Nevertheless, there are also voices that want to give the new bar a chance. "Wait up first ... it will be will," says a conciliatory user. The discussion about the new beach bar shows how much people hang on the traditions and the charm of their holiday locations.