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offshore climate

Healthy offshore climate in the middle of the North Sea

The East Frisian island lies approximately 30 km away. Borkum Located far from the mainland and completely surrounded by the North Sea, its unique position far out at sea makes it the only East Frisian island with a year-round maritime climate, making it perfect for allergy sufferers. But that's not all. Besides Heligoland, there is... Borkum It is even the only German island with a maritime climate and offers particularly low-pollen, iodine-rich, and pollutant-free air. There is therefore hardly another place in Germany where breathing deeply, or rather, where "breathing freedom," is so easy and effective.

Borkums offshore climate

The BorkumThe maritime climate is characterized by a unique interaction Sea air, wind, sun, temperature and Seawater . Borkum It therefore possesses many natural healing powers such as:

  • Air that is particularly rich in iodine, low in pollen and low in pollutants
  • Intense sun exposure
  • Mild climate year-round thanks to the Gulf Stream
  • Particularly salty sea air

Borkums stimulating climate

Surrounded by the North Sea, the island offers Borkum thanks to high wind speeds, intense UV radiation and salty sea air A very appealing climate. The wind carries seawater atomized by the spray, and the stronger the wind blows from the sea, the more intensely stimulating the climate becomes. The surf aerosol and its health-promoting effects are best experienced right at the water's edge. These aerosols consist of salt, iodine, magnesium, and other trace elements. These have positive effects on the respiratory tract and on the Tops.

Why is a stimulating climate so beneficial for respiratory and skin diseases?

The strengthen Temperature- and air pressure fluctuations, the height humidity and the high Salinity the air The stimulating climate is particularly beneficial for the respiratory system and the skin. A stay on the island can be especially helpful for people with chronic respiratory and skin conditions. Borkum For several weeks, this can work wonders. The stimulating climate has the following positive effects:

  • Strengthening and moisturizing the airways
  • Inhibition of inflammation
  • Boosting the immune system
  • Relief from itchy skin
  • Cooling the skin

The stimulating climate is particularly true in the following cases Respiratory and skin diseases effective:

  • Asthma
  • bronchitis
  • lung infection
  • Neurodermatitis
  • Psoriasis

A stimulating climate can therefore be used both to treat respiratory and skin diseases, as well as for prevention. The body has to repeatedly adapt to the cold and subsequently generate heat. This stimulates the immune system and strengthens the body's defenses. The cold stimulus even leads to the release of more of the body's own cortisol, thus inhibiting inflammation.

Other health benefits:

  • Prevent colds
  • support thyroid function
  • Stimulate metabolism
  • Alleviate allergies
  • stimulate circulation
  • Improve general well-being

Why is a stay on Borkum Is it really recommended for allergy sufferers?

Many landlords and hoteliers have specifically tailored their accommodations to suit allergy sufferers and their needs. Allergy-friendly accommodation You can find them online on our website. (Simply click the ECARF filter – “Allergy-friendly host” in the classifications.) These accommodations are also marked with a special symbol in our current host directory.

However, it is also possible to inquire about the specifics of holiday accommodations offered by providers without this labeling and – if feasible – eliminate potential allergens. Thorough research is also advisable when dining out – to ensure a pleasant meal doesn't turn into a nightmare. Sufficient quantities of any necessary daily medications should be brought along. Allergy sufferers should also carry an international allergy card with them on holiday. Borkum Always carry it with you so that medical personnel know immediately what to do in an emergency. When everything is taken care of, nothing stands in the way of a carefree, allergy-friendly vacation.

Borkum offers as the only East Frisian island a very attractive maritime climate with high wind speeds, increased UV radiation and particularly salty sea air. Right on the beach, tiny salt-laden droplets, known as sea spray, are formed and are considered beneficial to health. This unique climate has positive effects on the respiratory system and skin, especially for people with respiratory or skin problems. Discover the beneficial properties of this naturally stimulating climate on the North Sea island. Borkum.