Flexible Strandburg

A strandburg is an area surrounded by a wall of sand built on the beach by a holiday-maker to demarcate his chosen spot. There is a distinct difference between a German Strandburg and Dutch Sandburg (sand castle) which Dutch sun lovers like to make when holidaying at the beach.
Late 19th century Strandburgs were made surrounding Strandkorbs (no translation in English) Strandkorbs were devised by the Rostock basket-maker Wilhelm Bartelmann in 1882 due to a request from a customer who wanted to be able to sit at the beach but be protected from the wind. Strandkorbs could be rented for a few weeks annual holiday, In fact the Strandkorb is the extension of the swimming towel syndrome – the idea that you have to mark out your space on the grass or the seaside and fend off strangers. It is a claim to privacy.
Strandburgs were dug by hand and measured approximately 3-4 meters in diameter to a depth of 20-40 cm. They were placed just past the tidal high flood line. To even more protect the strandkorbs from the sea water and possibly chilly winds, a wall of sand of approximately 20-40 cm high surrounding Strandburg was scooped up. The sand was packed firmly into place to act as a fence.

Continuing in this tradition and to furnish needs of sun and privacy seeking beach lovers. VanGerven|VanRijnberk created a flexible Strandburg which can be used not only at the beach but in all open spaces, it is easily transportable, folds up into a small package and is made from modern light weight materials. The Flexible Strandburg offers protection from wind, sand and too much sun.
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