Jadebusen

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The Arngast lighthouse on the Jadebusen
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The Arngast lighthouse on the Jadebusen

Jadebusen, formerly Jade or Jahde, is a bay on the North Sea coast of Germany.

About 70 sq mi in area, it was largely created by storm floods during the 13th and 16th century.

The port of Wilhelmshaven is on the western shore of the bay.

Coordinates: 53°27′N 8°12′E