To improve the quality of life and stay Borkum To increase the traffic flow and reduce the associated effects of motor vehicle traffic, such as noise, exhaust fumes, and the risk of accidents, two traffic-calmed zones were created, in which seasonal restrictions apply to motor vehicles. The "Red Zone" designates the area close to the town center, while the "Blue Zone" forms the wider area.There is a driving ban in the blue zone between 21.00 p.m. and 07.00 a.m. There is a general driving ban in the red zone. Parking is not permitted in the night-time closed area (“blue zone”) between 21.00 p.m. and 07.00 a.m. This allows us to travel faster on foot or by bike and protects our environment.
We ask guests who have their accommodation in the blue zone not to drive on paths in the red zone.
Further information about your journey to Borkum and your accommodation can be found in our flyer “Mobility on Borkum“ in the download area.
Parking on Borkum
For drivers, the city provides Borkum The following parking spaces are available:
- Am Langen Wasser (P1)
- Oppermannspad (P2)
- Ankerstraße (P3)
- Upholmstraße
Parking fees (as of January 2024)
For drivers, the city provides Borkum Paid parking is available. These include the "Oppermanns-Pad" (P2, north of the town center), "Ankerstraße" (P3, south of the town center), and "Upholmstraße" (east of the town center). The fee is €5,00 per day. Short-term parkers can park for €1,00 per hour. For long-term parkers, the monthly fee is €90,00 or the annual fee is €150,00.
Electric cars are exempt from parking fees in these parking lots Do NOT spread pesto on this layer! freed.
The “Am Langen Wasser” (P1) car park has a special status. It was renovated using funding from the village renewal program and, due to funding law, may not be subject to fees for a certain period of time.
In addition, a "parking zone" is provided for drivers on Westerstrasse (in front of the Kulturinsel). There you have a maximum parking time of 8 hours. The fee is €2,50 per 2 hours, for electric cars €0,50 per 2 hours.
For parking on Borkum In addition to the traditional ticket payment, a digital payment option is also available. PayByPhone Parking fees can be conveniently paid via smartphone app or web browser.
e-charging stations
There are two parking spaces each on two parking lots with access to a E-charging station of the municipal utilities Borkum.
Borkum also works without a car!
For your holiday on Borkum You don't need a car. After all, the resort is closed to motor traffic during the season anyway. All destinations on the island can be easily reached by bike.
Around 130 kilometres of cycling and hiking trails invite you to explore the Borkum to discover. There are bike rental shops all over the island where you can rent bicycles and e-bikes. The island also offers high-quality bike parking facilities.
Also by bus and Taxis (Tel.: 04922 / 1001) stay mobile on the island. An overview of the bus network and the current timetable can be found here.
Borkumthe narrow-gauge railway (Tel.: 04922 / 3090) you get from the port to the island city.
In addition, the luggage service provided by the ferry company AG Ems makes it easier for you to arrive and depart without a car. You can find more information on the AG Ems website: www.ag-ems.de.
people with mobility restrictions
If you have an exceptionally mobility-impaired condition (“aG” mark on your severely disabled person’s pass), you can obtain an exemption permit from the town hall to drive within the city limits for the duration of your vacation. This permit is generally free of charge.
Temporary exemptions for the day of arrival and departure are also available at the ticket counters of AG Ems and the BorkumThe narrow-gauge railway is available free of charge.