Biologic Institute Helgoland

The Biologic Institute Helgoland is a research center on the island that focuses on studying marine organisms and the health of coastal waters. The facility uses its location in the North Sea to observe and measure how ocean life responds to environmental changes.

The center was established in 1892 and grew to become a major hub for marine research in the region. For over a century, it has helped scientists develop a deeper understanding of how the North Sea's ecosystems function and change.

The institute forms part of the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research, conducting studies on marine species and their interactions within North Sea environments.

The center sits on an island accessible only by boat or small aircraft, so a visit requires planning ahead of time. Researchers and interested visitors should be prepared for changing North Sea weather and tidal conditions.

The location allows researchers to observe rare marine species that thrive in open North Sea waters and are difficult to find elsewhere. This direct access to untamed marine habitats makes work there especially valuable for understanding wild ecosystems.

Location: Heligoland

Inception: 1892

Part of: Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research

Address: Kurpromenade 201

GPS coordinates: 54.17782,7.89140

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08