The Gezeitenland on Borkum stands for a variety of leisure and well-being offers for young and old
A more beautiful setting is hard to find. Wide sandy beach as far as the eye can see, the sound of waves as background music and always a hint of sea salt in the nose. Right here, above the Borkum beach, is the adventure and wellness oasis Gezeitenland The design is based on an ocean liner and covers around 8.000 square meters. Large panoramic windows in many places offer a magnificent view of the North Sea.
Adventure deck – fun moving around in the water
The spacious pool area with salty sea water suits every swimmer. At the heart of it are sports and adventure pools (course pools, sports pools with adventure and warm whirlpool pools, paddling pools and outdoor pools), in which beginner swimmers as well as water lovers and endurance swimmers can find their personal favorite area. The average water temperature in the various pools is 29 °C. A 64 meter long giant slide completes the offer and adds excitement to your visit to the swimming pool. The spacious steam bath attached to the pool area guarantees pleasant warmth and relaxation for young and old all year round.
In the warm season, the outdoor pool also attracts visitors with its bubbling bottom, the current channel and the incomparable view of the beach and the North Sea. The FlowRider is unique in Northern Germany and can only be found in Borkum in its permanent installation form. On the indoor surfing facility with a water surface of 80 m2 Surfing becomes child's play for children, young people and sporty adults. This takes place on the experience deck Gezeitenland regular courses and events. There are also game afternoons for the little ones twice a week, during which the adventure deck is in the hands of the little guests.
Wellness deck – relaxation & thalasso
Harmony for body and mind is experienced in the spacious wellness, thalassotherapy and therapy area.
On 1.600 square meters, the focus is on physical and mental well-being. The large light dome in the wellness lounge is impressive, the floor of which is covered with historical Borkum paving stones. Baths, massages, packs and cosmetic treatments are offered in the wellness area in a quiet ambience. The spectrum ranges from classic massages to Far Eastern experiences, such as the Pantai Luar full body massage, Shiatsu or Thai massage. The exclusive private spa offers in two heavenly private spas ensure a special time of relaxation. The rituals “Rendez-vous of the Senses”, “Small Luxury” or “Romeo & Juliet”, some of which last several hours, promise relaxation for all the senses, be it relaxing alone or for a special time for two.
The Alphasphere houses two multi-sensory sound loungers (SHA loungers) from a Viennese sound artist that relax the body, mind and soul in a special way.
It's not just because of its location Gezeitenland ideal for thalassotherapy treatments. The spa treatments include mud packs and sea water inhalations using the power of water, while treatments such as lymphatic drainage or physiotherapy follow the classic medical approach. The loose mud, which is applied directly to Borkum as a pack or mixed with sea water in a mud bath, is a popular application for many guests and is rarely found on the coast. The special feature for the Borkum guest is that... Gezeitenland the prescriptions from general practitioners and specialists can be redeemed. It's not just a regular spa stay that provides soothing time out for body and soul.
The Gezeitenland The Natrup family's “Biomaris: Institute for Applied Marine Cosmetics” is connected, which cosmetically complements the range of offerings at the adventure and wellness oasis.
Sauna deck – sauna with a view
The extensive sauna area offers a variety of sweat bath options with four different sauna types. A classic round infusion sauna on the outdoor terrace, an aroma sauna with a color-changing starry sky, a steam bath and the incomparable panoramic sauna with a large window facing the North Sea make every sauna guest sweat. The resting places and the sun deck connected to the sauna area with loungers, chairs and a sea view contribute to an incomparable time of relaxation with the sound of the sea.
Highlights for sauna visitors are the sauna events that take place all year round, such as the candlelight or sunset sauna and the family or women's sauna. In addition to the resting places, the sun deck has also had another attraction to offer since 2017: the Fautpadje. This is an open-air foot reflexology course that uses 1.400 differently shaped ceramic stones to stimulate the various foot zones and the body. The “Via Sensus” (Path of the Senses) is a qualified foot reflexology application that offers people a unique physical experience through the simplest application.
Fitness & sea
The adventure and wellness oasis is completed Gezeitenland thanks to its versatile fitness area covering a total area of 400 m2. Whether health-oriented training in a modern equipment park or building strength in the free weights area - with treadmills, steppers, ergometers, balance trainers and weights, a wide variety of training requirements are met here. Additionally, water and land-based classes are offered, including aqua jogging, Pilates and yoga. The sporting options are rounded off with various check-ups, such as the check of the back muscles according to Dr. Wolff. Experienced trainers and therapists are always at the guest's side and can create a personal training program based on a guest's physical constitution. The fitness area is also one of the areas of the adventure and wellness oasis that is accessible to every Borkum visitor Gezeitenland, which create the ideal conditions for exercise on vacation.
In the summer months, the sporting offerings are supplemented by open-air courses at the north and south pools. Whether Qi Gong, yoga, beach gymnastics or sports for children – the beach entertainment team offers a colorful beach program for the whole family.
Gastronomy – panoramic sea views included
The in-house restaurant on the first floor offers a special place to refresh yourself Gezeitenland. Not only swimming pool or sauna guests will find varied and creative vital cuisine here, walkers can also stop in for a typical cup of East Frisian tea with cake, a refreshing ice cream variation or a refreshing break. The spacious terrace with an exclusive view of the edge of the dunes and the sea presents a wonderful view day after day and offers a relaxed setting for a successful end to the day.