List of islands of Germany facts for kids
Germany is a country in Europe, and it has many beautiful islands! These islands are found in two main seas: the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. Some islands are also located in big lakes and rivers inside Germany. This article will tell you all about Germany's islands, from the biggest ones to the smaller, special ones.
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Germany's Biggest Islands
Germany has several large islands. The biggest ones are found in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea. Here are the top 10 largest islands in Germany by their size:
- 1. Rügen is the largest island. It's in the Baltic Sea and is part of the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Rügen is about 926 square kilometers.
- 2. Usedom is also in the Baltic Sea and is part of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It's about 373 square kilometers in Germany, but part of it also belongs to Poland.
- 3. Fehmarn is in the Baltic Sea and belongs to the state of Schleswig-Holstein. It covers about 185 square kilometers.
- 4. Sylt is a famous island in the North Sea. It's part of Schleswig-Holstein and is about 99 square kilometers.
- 5. Föhr is another North Sea island in Schleswig-Holstein. It's about 82 square kilometers.
- 6. Pellworm is also in the North Sea, in Schleswig-Holstein. It covers about 37 square kilometers.
- 7. Poel is a Baltic Sea island in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, about 36 square kilometers in size.
- 8. Borkum is a North Sea island in Niedersachsen. It's about 31 square kilometers.
- 9. Norderney is another North Sea island in Niedersachsen, about 26 square kilometers.
- 10. Amrum is a North Sea island in Schleswig-Holstein, covering about 20.46 square kilometers.
Islands in the Baltic Sea
The Baltic Sea is on Germany's northeastern coast. Its islands are known for their sandy beaches and cliffs. Many of these islands are popular vacation spots.
Some of the islands in the Baltic Sea are:
- Fehmarn
- Poel
- Walfisch island
- Langenwerder
- Hiddensee
- Rügen
- Dänholm
- Vilm
- Greifswalder Oie
- Ruden
- Ummanz
- Usedom (part of this island is in Poland)
Islands in the North Sea
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The North Sea is on Germany's northwestern coast. Many of its islands are part of the Wadden Sea, a special area with mudflats that are exposed at low tide. This area is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Here are some of the islands in the North Sea:
Heligoland
- Heligoland is a small, unique island far out in the North Sea. It has red cliffs and is known for its birdlife.
East Frisian Islands
These islands are located in the Wadden Sea. They are known for their long sandy beaches and dunes.
- Borkum
- Lütje Hörn
- Kachelotplate
- Memmert
- Juist
- Norderney
- Baltrum
- Langeoog
- Spiekeroog
- Wangerooge
- Mellum
- Buise (This used to be an island but has disappeared over time.)
Other North Sea Islands
- Neuwerk
- Scharhörn
- Nigehörn
North Frisian Islands
These islands are also in the Wadden Sea, closer to the coast of Schleswig-Holstein.
- Sylt
- Föhr
- Amrum
- Pellworm
- Nordstrand (This used to be an island but is now connected to the mainland.)
Halligen
The Halligen are very special small islands in the North Frisian Islands group. They are often flooded by the sea during storm tides, but their houses are built on artificial mounds called "Warften" to stay safe.
- Langeneß
- Norderoog
- Süderoog
- Nordstrandischmoor
- Oland (German island)
- Südfall
- Gröde-Appelland
- Hooge
- Hallig Habel
- Hamburger Hallig
Islands in Rivers and Lakes
Germany also has islands in its rivers and large lakes.
Islands in the Elbe River
- Lühesand
Islands in the Weser River
- Harriersand
Islands in Lake Constance
Lake Constance is a large lake in southern Germany, bordering Switzerland and Austria.
- Mainau Island (known for its beautiful flowers)
- Reichenau Island (a UNESCO World Heritage site with old monasteries)
- Lindau (a charming town on an island)
Islands in Chiemsee
Chiemsee is the largest lake in Bavaria.
- Herrenchiemsee (famous for its palace built by King Ludwig II)
- Frauenchiemsee (home to a Benedictine convent)
- Krautinsel
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Islas de Alemania para niños
- List of islands in the Baltic Sea
- List of islands
