# Buchinger Wilhelmi Fasting Clinics
Buchinger Wilhelmi operates the world's leading therapeutic fasting clinics with over 100 years of heritage and expertise in the field of integrative medicine and longevity. Founded by Dr. Otto Buchinger, the clinic pioneered the Buchinger Heilfasten (therapeutic fasting) method and has evolved it into a comprehensive wellness approach that addresses both body and soul. The clinic operates three premium locations: Überlingen on Lake Bodensee with stunning lakeside views, Marbella on the Mediterranean coast, and a newly established resort on the Côte d'Azur near Nice. The clinic's foundational philosophy recognizes that a satisfied soul is prerequisite for a healthy body, incorporating nature, literature, music, and art as essential components of the healing experience alongside medical intervention.
The clinic's flagship offering is the Buchinger MED Program, a scientifically-validated therapeutic fasting protocol that forms the central component of its holistic treatment approach. This program has been continuously refined through partnerships with university research centers and is supported by rigorous clinical documentation and peer-reviewed publications. Buchinger Wilhelmi distinguishes itself as the only fasting clinic to systematically test, validate, and publish its program results in scientific journals, positioning it as the world's largest clinical research center for therapeutic fasting. The clinic's therapeutic team employs evidence-based nutritional strategies and integrative medicine protocols designed to promote longevity, optimize health outcomes, and create transformative wellness experiences.
Beyond clinical fasting programs, the clinic offers comprehensive services including personalized medical consultations, therapeutic accommodations across multiple luxury locations, nutritional guidance, and the AMPLIUS Program—an enhanced fasting experience designed to be beautiful, positive, and life-changing. The clinic also provides the FASTENBOX home fasting program, extending its therapeutic methodology to guests seeking to continue their wellness journey independently. With thousands of international guests annually, the clinic has established itself as the definitive destination for those seeking evidence-based therapeutic fasting combined with inspirational wellness experiences.