🏝 Borkum Island - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

🏝 Borkum Island - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Borkum Island in Germany

Borkum is the largest of the East Frisian Islands, known for its wide sandy beaches, clean sea air, and protected nature as part of the UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea. Once a whaling base, it’s now a peaceful island getaway with historic charm.
Visit the Dykhus Museum to see relics from its seafaring past—including a whale skeleton and jawbone gate.

Top Tips
• Get Around by Bike: The island is mostly car-free and ideal for cycling.
• Seal Tours: Boat trips take you to see seals on nearby sandbanks.
• Beaches & Dunes: Stick to trails to protect birdlife and enjoy wind-sheltered dunes.
• Visit Lighthouses: Climb the New Lighthouse for sweeping views.
• Wellness: Relax at the Gezeitenland spa and seawater pools.
• Weather: Expect wind; bring layers, even in summer.

📍 Location in Bürgermeister-Kieviet-Promenade, Kurviertel, Borkum, Landkreis Leer, Lower Saxony, 26757, Germany
🏷️ Category: island



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