List auf Sylt
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
List auf Sylt is Germany's northernmost municipality, situated on the island of Sylt near Denmark. Originally a Danish settlement first mentioned in 1292, it faced destruction from the 1364 flood and was rebuilt eastward. The town historically thrived on oyster farming and served as a crucial anchorage.
Statistics
Area
18.40 km²
Population
1,680