Coast, beach and sea breeze - Germany's islands

The North Frisian island of Amrum is one of the best day trip destinations in the whole of Schleswig-Holstein. The fresh North Sea air, mudflats and a beach that goes on for as far as the eye can see are enough to entice anyone looking for an action-packed holiday or restful break.

Baltrum is the smallest of the East Frisian islands, with parts of it belonging to the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park. Tourists on this car-free island in the middle of the Wadden Sea can expect a peaceful oasis of tranquility.

With its coastal climate and pristine natural landscape, Borkum in the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park is a popular choice among tourists. Covering just under 31 square kilometres, Borkum is the largest of the seven East Frisian islands.

With 2,200 hours of sun every year, endless natural beaches along 78 kilometres of coastline, picturesque lakes and rugged cliffs, Fehmarn is a charming holiday destination.

The island of Föhr is located in the north-western part of Schleswig-Holstein. A 50-minute mini cruise from Dagebüll to the 'Frisian Caribbean', taking in the Halligen islands on the way, is all it takes to get visitors into the holiday mood.

The stunning red sandstone cliffs of Heligoland jut out of the water around 70 kilometres from the mainland. The island boasts a unique natural landscape and a mild maritime climate.

Boasting endless stretches of white sandy beaches, salt marshes, rugged cliffs and pine forests, Hiddensee is a happy place for many. There are also art galleries, museums, lectures and concerts galore on this island in the Baltic Sea.

The locals call Juist 'Töwerland' in their dialect, which, in its rough translation, makes the island something of a magical wonderland. And you can see where it gets its name from when you admire the 17 kilometres of beach between the Wadden Sea and wild North Sea, which you can taste, smell and hear no matter where you are on the island.

The water tower makes for a stunning landmark on the East Frisian island of Langeoog. With the sandy beach stretching out for 14 kilometres, the dunes towering up to 20 metres tall and the meadows full of flowers, it's easy to see why this island is a popular holiday destination.

With untouched natural landscapes in the east and white sandy beaches stretching out for kilometres in the north, Norderney is an exceptional centre for thalassotherapy in the Wadden Sea, a stunning UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

The North Frisian island of Pellworm is situated in the heart of the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park. Pristine beauty, peaceful tranquillity and plenty of sunshine make this island a hidden gem for anyone in need of a little rest and relaxation.

It's hard to resist Poel with its fresh sea breeze and picturesque landscapes. Unspoilt natural beauty, endless sandy beaches and a charming harbour are all part and parcel of life on the largest Baltic Sea island in Mecklenburg.