Fehmarn is the perfect place for a wellness vacation. As one of the sunniest regions in Germany, the island welcomes you with fresh Baltic Sea air, a mild, invigorating climate, and the soothing sound of the sea—elements that, on their own, are enough to help you relax.
But Fehmarn has even more to offer. A large water park with a sauna area, an atmospheric salt cave, a barefoot park for all the senses, massages, and yoga: the range of activities is astonishingly diverse, and much of it is available even in wind and rain. And if you’d like, you can even relax right in your own accommodations, with a fireplace or your own barrel sauna. In this guide, we’ll show you where to unwind on the island and how to perfectly plan your wellness vacation by the sea.
Anyone looking for a swimming pool, a thermal spa, or a sauna area on Fehmarn will almost always end up at FehMare. This large swimming and wellness complex, located directly on the beach promenade at Südstrand, spans approximately 4,500 square meters across three levels. Light-filled spaces, comfortable temperatures, and frequent views of the Baltic Sea quickly turn a visit into a full day of relaxation.
First, here’s a tip: Nine of our accommodations include three hours of daily access to FehMare, including the sauna. So if you’re staying at one of those places, you can enjoy the water or the sauna every day without paying extra. You can read more about this below in the section on accommodations.
| Focus | Seawater wave pool, sauna area, spa and beauty treatments |
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| Special features | Approximately 4,500 square meters spread over three levels, featuring a panoramic sauna with a view of the Baltic Sea |
| Address | Zur Strandpromenade, 23769 Fehmarn OT Burgtiefe |
| Website | fehmare.de |
| Who is it suitable for? | Families, sauna-goers, and anyone looking to make the most of a rainy day |
Hours and admission prices vary by season. You can find the current information directly on the FehMare website.
The centerpiece is the large seawater wave pool filled with real Baltic Sea water. Waves roll in every hour, giving you that beach feeling even when the weather is bad. A spacious surf zone makes the pool safe even for inexperienced swimmers and children.
For families, FehMare is a paradise: a 70-meter-long slide, a separate children’s area with interactive water toys, and a heated outdoor pool ensure fun in the water all year round. Those who prefer a more active experience will find aqua fitness and swimming lessons on the schedule. And in the cascading heated pool, you can relax in peace while enjoying the view of the sea.
The spa area features a large sauna complex with a saunaarium, steam room, and a panoramic and an outdoor sauna on the roof. From there, you can enjoy a direct view of the Baltic Sea while you sweat; there are also hourly infusions, relaxation areas, and a sauna bar.
To find out where else on the island you can enjoy a sauna—from mobile wood-fired saunas to your own barrel sauna in your vacation rental—and how a sauna session is properly conducted, check out our page on Sauna on Fehmarn.
In addition to the pool and sauna, FehMare features a large spa area. The massage team relieves tension with classic and relaxing massages, as well as seawater treatments that harness the power of the Baltic Sea. Afterward, Rasul and cosmetic treatments nourish the skin, and bathing ceremonies create special moments.
Handy tip: Many services can be combined into ready-made wellness packages that you can also give as gifts. Would you rather enjoy some relaxation right in your accommodations? On Fehmarn, there are also mobile massage services that come directly to you. You can read more about this on our page at Massage and Bodywork on Fehmarn.
A real hidden gem for those seeking relaxation is the salt cave on the salt island of Fehmarn in Petersdorf. The atmospherically lit room features several metric tons of ancient Himalayan salt, which together create a very special microclimate. The air is subtly enriched with minerals such as iodine, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron—a bit like taking a deep breath by the sea, only indoors.
A session lasts about 45 minutes. Snuggled up in a warm blanket, you’ll lie in a comfortable recliner, gaze at the gentle play of colors from the salt crystals, and listen to soft music and the lapping of the water. Many guests find this deeply relaxing; their breathing becomes calmer and their minds clear.
| Focus | Relaxation in the salt microclimate; treatments lasting about 45 minutes |
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| Special features | Several metric tons of Himalayan salt, gift certificates, and multi-visit passes, as well as salt products in the store |
| Address | Bojendorfer Weg 1a, 23769 Fehmarn OT Petersdorf |
| Website | salzinsel-fehmarn.de |
| Who is it suitable for? | Those seeking peace and quiet, families, and anyone looking for a meaningful way to spend a rainy day |
Since space is limited, we recommend making a reservation by phone. The salt cave is suitable for adults as well as families and is an ideal activity when the wind is howling outside.
Wellness doesn't always have to mean a sauna or a massage. Sometimes, just taking off your shoes is enough. At the Fehmarn Barefoot Park in Neue Tiefe, on the way to Südstrand, you can consciously experience nature with bare feet. Founder Anneke Höpner, a true islander, opened the park in 2023.
On the adventure trail, you’ll feel your way across a wide variety of surfaces, sharpening your senses along the way. A wooden maze with an observation tower challenges your sense of direction, a large adventure playground made of robinia wood makes children’s hearts race, and the new paper-making train provides extra fun. You can take a break and recharge on the sun terrace.
| Focus | Barefoot Trail, Wooden Maze, Adventure Playground |
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| Special features | Accessible with a stroller; obstacles can be bypassed |
| Address | Strandallee 17, 23769 Fehmarn OT Neue Tiefe |
| Open | During the season, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Website | barfusspark-fehmarn.de |
| Who is it suitable for? | Families with children and anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the outdoors |
Walking barefoot on sand, cork, pebbles, and wood is a wonderfully relaxing experience and feels really good after a long day.
The best wellness experience on Fehmarn is often free, because the island itself is one big wellness destination. Many people find the invigorating climate—a combination of salty sea air, wind, and sun—to be pleasantly revitalizing. Even just a long walk on the beach, walking barefoot in the sand, and taking deep breaths of fresh sea air provide a soothing break for body and mind—one that costs nothing and is available anytime.
If you’d like to take the next step, you’ll also find treatments featuring the treasures of the sea. FehMare, for example, offers seawater treatments that use seawater and sea salt. And if you just want to unwind, find a quiet spot in the dunes, close your eyes, and listen to the waves.
A little tip: A sunrise on the South Beach or a sunset on the West Coast is balm for the soul and the most beautiful setting for a moment of mindfulness just for you.
A soothing massage is the perfect way to round out any wellness day, especially as a way to unwind after an active day on the water or cycling. On Fehmarn, you can choose from a variety of providers, ranging from classic massage to Hawaiian Lomi Lomi. Especially convenient: There are mobile services that come directly to your vacation rental, including a preliminary consultation and a rest period afterward. You can find all the details on our page about Massage and Bodywork.
Yoga is also a wonderful addition to a beach vacation. Conscious breathing and stretching while gazing out at the Baltic Sea brings your body and mind into harmony, whether in a class or just by yourself on the beach. You can learn more about this on our page at Yoga on Fehmarn.
Relaxation begins right in your own accommodations, and that’s exactly why we offer a selection of properties that go far beyond the usual amenities. If you want to plan your wellness vacation properly, you should keep these three points in mind when choosing your accommodations:
This makes it easy to plan a wellness day without any hassle: head to FehMare in the morning, enjoy a mobile massage in your apartment at noon, and relax by the fireplace in the evening. You can see which properties offer which amenities in their respective descriptions. If you’re unsure, just give us a call—together, we’ll find the perfect place to stay for your getaway.
At Inselblume Fehmarn You'll find high-quality, modern accommodations in the island's best locations. Our accommodations at South Beach, which is also where FehMare is located. And if you're traveling with your dog, we've got you covered suitable accommodations.
With a little planning, a series of individual activities can turn into a completely relaxing day. These tips will help you do just that:
Yes. One of our accommodations has its own barrel sauna. Nine other properties include three hours of daily access to FehMare, including the sauna area. Feel free to give us a call, and we’ll work together to find the right accommodation for you.
Twelve of our vacation homes are equipped with a fireplace. The description for each property indicates whether it has a fireplace. This adds a great deal of coziness, especially during the cold season.
Yes. The Fehmarn Salt Island in Petersdorf operates a salt cave containing several metric tons of Himalayan salt. In this unique microclimate, you can relax on comfortable loungers during a treatment that lasts about 45 minutes. It is recommended that you make a reservation by phone.
FehMare on Südstrand is the island’s largest water park. Spanning approximately 4,500 square meters, it features a seawater wave pool, a slide, a children’s area, and relaxation pools with ocean views. While there isn’t a traditional spa in the strict sense of the word, FehMare is the perfect destination for a beach vacation in any weather.
Yes, there are several. The largest sauna area is part of FehMare on Südstrand. There’s also a portable wood-fired sauna and accommodations with their own saunas. You can find all the details on our page about Sauna on Fehmarn.
The Fehmarn Barefoot Park in Neue Tiefe is an adventure park where you can experience nature with bare feet. On the adventure trail, in the wooden maze, and on the adventure playground, you’ll sharpen your senses and slow down. It’s a wonderful destination, especially for families, and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the season.
Most of the wellness facilities are indoors and therefore not affected by the weather. FehMare, the salt cave on the salt island of Fehmarn, as well as massage and beauty treatments, are ideal places to visit on a rainy day. And with a fireplace or barrel sauna in your own accommodations, you don’t even have to step outside.
Yes. Both FehMare, with its wellness packages, and the salt cave, the barefoot park, and mobile massage providers offer gift certificates—a wonderful way to give someone the gift of a getaway by the sea.
Fehmarn offers more wellness options than you’d expect from a Baltic Sea island. FehMare combines swimming, saunas, and a spa all in one place; the salt cave in Petersdorf offers peaceful moments in a salt microclimate; and the Barefoot Park provides a unique way to slow down. Add to that massages, yoga, and the island itself with its crisp air and long beaches.
The best part: With the right accommodations, your relaxation begins right at home. Whether it’s daily access to FehMare, your own barrel sauna, or a fireplace for long evenings, paying attention to the amenities when making your choice can turn a few treatments into a true wellness vacation.
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