Ecomare

The sea gives, the sea takes. On the one hand, the sea is a source of income. For example, fisheries and the opportunity to trade. On the other hand, storm and floods turn the sea into an enemy. The unusual relationship the Dutch have with the sea can be found in their culture going far back in time. Culture is not limited to art. The sea can also be found in the Dutch language, such as the swear word ish wife and th expression ‘to take one’s chances with’ (literal translation: to go to sea with someone).