200 Years of Helgoland
My Circumnavigation on June 6th - andre wiersig
On June 6th, I will swim once around Helgoland. The occasion is the 200th anniversary of Helgoland as a seaside resort – a milestone for this unique island in the North Sea.
Few places represent the power of this sea as much as Helgoland. Not because of towering waves, but because of its currents, tides and temperature.THE ROUTE
The route is approximately 10 km long. Of course, conditions such as currents, weather and sea state may affect the distance and duration of the swim.
Why This Circumnavigation?
A few years ago, I swam from the German mainland towards Helgoland. During that swim, I experienced what it feels like to spend hours swimming in open water without making real progress, simply because the current had changed.
The North Sea often appears calm on the surface.
Beneath the surface, it is constantly in motion.
That is exactly what makes this swim so special to me.
THE KEY FACTS
Date: June 6th
Location: Helgoland, North Sea
Occasion: 200 Years of Helgoland
Distance: Approx. 10 km, one full lap around the island
Start: Landing Piers, approx. 09:30 AM (subject to change depending on weather conditions)
This is not a race. It is not a record attempt.
It is a swim carried out with respect for the sea.
Follow Live
You can follow the circumnavigation live on the map below once I start.
If you are on Helgoland, you are also welcome to watch the swim from shore.
TRACKING