Büsum

Büsum is a town in the district of Dithmarschen, in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is located on the North Sea coast and functions as a maritime town with a harbor and coastal leisure facilities.

The local economy combines tourism, fishing, and maritime services. Büsum attracts visitors with its sandy beach, a pedestrian promenade, and a harbor that handles fishing boats as well as passenger ferries and sightseeing cruises. The town serves as a gateway to the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wadden Sea. Mudflat hiking and other nature-oriented activities are common in the area.

Historically a fishing village, Büsum developed as a spa and seaside resort in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today it hosts a seasonal influx of visitors while maintaining its fishing heritage. The resident population is a few thousand.