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Sønderho Old Rescue Station on Fanø

A lifeboat was vital to the communities along the west coast, the Station dates back to 1889. 

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Rescue station in Sønderho on Fanø
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Photo: Fonden Gamle Sønderho
Lifeboat in Sønderho on Fanø
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Down in the old lifeboats in Sønderho on Fanø
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Lifeboats are stored in the original rescue station in Sønderho on Fanø
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Experience the old rescue station on Fanø
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Take the family to the rescue station on Fanø
Photo: Fonden Gamle Sønderho

The lifeboat was horsedrawn, crewed by 12 strong and courageous villagers.The boat is still fully equipped with the traditional tools.

Wall displays describe the perilous nature of the task at Sønderho and the history of the service.

The lifeboat station is located in Sønderho.

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Contact Information
  • Email: info@fondengamlesonderho.dk
Type
  • Cultural history museum

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Sønderho Strandvej 15

6720 Fanø

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Last updated by::Vadehavskysteninfo@vadehavskysten.dk

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