Since Heiligendamm, the first seaside resort, was founded over 200 years ago, what is now Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania has developed into a highly attractive destination for health-conscious vacationers. More than 75 state-recognized health and recreation resorts—ranging from seaside resorts to Kneipp spas—prove that a vacation here is naturally good for your health. In many places, the region’s abundant and valuable natural remedies are used specifically for this purpose: seawater and peat, brine, and medicinal chalk, each with their own specific properties and effects on a wide variety of problems and ailments.
Spa and Resort Towns
The Special Places for a Health Vacation
Resorts
Even a short stay in one of the many resorts along the coast or inland in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania offers relaxation and rejuvenation for both body and mind. During a weekend in one of these idyllic towns, you’ll find the time and space to recharge and renew your energy amidst the charming natural surroundings.
Climatic Health Resorts
All of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania’s climatic health resorts are located in the heart of the state—in the Mecklenburg Lake District. The local combination of biosphere reserves, national parks, nature parks, and nature reserves creates a scenic area ideal for vacations and health retreats. The exceptionally clean air in these health resorts also creates climatic conditions that can have a positive effect on health and well-being and are harnessed in the respective health facilities.
Spa Resorts
In the health resorts of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the natural healing properties of the soil are used in a variety of therapeutic treatments in the traditional manner. Therapeutic treatments harness the natural healing power of nature and effectively apply it in brine bath cures or mud therapies.
