Two piers are top open in Germany this month, with Timmendorfer Strand Sea Loop Pier to open on September 20 and Haffkrug Pier on September 28.

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Both openings have been delayed due to delays to arrival of building materials and storm damage during construction in April.

Opening festivities at Timmendorfer Strand will include live music and a beach party and a fireworks display, while at Haffkrug there will be live music, guided tours, a boat race, a swimming contest and a laser show to attract visitors.

A third new pier in the region, at Scharbeutz, is not due to open until the end of the year, the National Piers Society reports.