Reisende Riesen im Wind
Reisende Riesen im Wind stands beside Westerland train station on Sylt, where four green figures greet arrivals. Martin Wolke’s sculpture shows a mother, father, and two children leaning into the North Sea wind. Hair and clothing sweep in one direction, giving the family a shared, animated movement.
Created in 2001, the work formed part of a project to revitalise the station area. Fibreglass and vivid green paint make the figures stand out against the station surroundings. Exaggerated proportions and twisted heads add a playful, surreal quality to the group.
The sculpture is wheelchair accessible and offers a striking first view of Westerland. Its four figures create a memorable photo spot beside the railway station.
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