Great storm surges swept away large parts of the North Frisian coast into the sea in the years 1362 and 1634, causing the legendary Rungholt and numerous other villages of the old island of Strand to disappear. Even today, traces of homesteads, wells, and former dikes are repeatedly found at low tide – remnants of a lost world that reveal much about life in ancient times, as well as numerous traditional stories. The authors explore these legends through findings in the mudflats and accounts from the locals. Where was the legendary Rungholt really located? What do the discoveries tell us about the lives of the people, and what is the mystery of the island of Abalus? Numerous photos and maps complement this captivating search for clues in a treasure trove of lost time.