Allergy calendar: When does which pollen fly?

If your nose is running, your eyes are itchy, and breathing is difficult, it's often easy to suspect a pollen allergy . Many people suffer from hay fever and other allergic reactions seasonally or year-round. But when exactly are certain pollen types flying – and how can you protect yourself in time? An allergy calendar provides a reliable overview of the most important pollen seasons of the year. In this article, you'll learn how to use the calendar effectively, how to minimize your symptoms, and which plants are most active at which times.

What is an allergy calendar?

An allergy calendar (also called a pollen calendar ) shows you at a glance which months certain allergy triggers (allergens) – especially pollen – are present in the air. This allows you, as an allergy sufferer, to take timely countermeasures or adjust your medication.

The calendar is based on the typical flowering times of trees, grasses, and herbs . However, these may shift slightly depending on the region and weather conditions.

Why is a pollen calendar important?

An allergy calendar helps you:

• Better classify your symptoms

• Finding the right time for medication

• Take preventive measures (e.g. closing windows, planning holidays)

• Adapt your daily routine to the pollen load (e.g. exercise times, clothing, diet)

Pollen seasons throughout the year: Table of the most important allergens

Here you'll find a clear table showing when the most common allergenic plants in Germany are in their peak flowering period. The classification roughly shows in which months light (●), moderate (●●), or strong (●●●) exposure can be expected:

Note: Actual levels vary depending on weather, region, and climate conditions. Springs with mild temperatures may bring pollen counts forward.

Tips for allergy sufferers: How to protect yourself in everyday life

Even if you can't completely escape pollen, there are many ways to relieve your symptoms:

Ventilate properly

• In rural areas, ventilate in the morning (less pollen in the air)

• Air out in the city in the evening

• Use pollen filters on the window or in the car

Clothing & Personal Care

• Do not store clothes in the bedroom

• Wash your hair in the evening (pollen accumulates during the day)

• Change clothes after being outdoors

Living environment

• Install pollen protection grille

• Ventilate your apartment regularly but specifically

• Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter

Plan your vacation cleverly

• During the high season, plan your holiday in low-pollen regions (e.g. North Sea, high mountains)

Medical treatment options

If home remedies and avoidance strategies are no longer sufficient, you should consider medical support:

Antihistamines

• Relieve symptoms such as sneezing, itching, eye irritation

Cortisone preparations

• Especially in cases of severe symptoms (e.g. nasal spray)

Hyposensitization (allergy immunotherapy)

• Long-term therapy in which the body becomes accustomed to the allergen

Probiotics that have been clinically tested can also be used effectively to treat allergies. Probiotic strains that have been clinically tested for the treatment of allergies include Lactobacillus paracasei LP-33 and Lactobacillus paracasei GMNL-133.

Talk to an allergist or family doctor about the right treatment for you.

Conclusion: The allergy calendar – your tool for a better year

An allergy calendar is a simple yet effective tool for anyone suffering from hay fever or pollen allergies. Knowing the most important pollen seasons allows you to prepare well in advance and significantly reduce your symptoms. Combined with a healthy lifestyle, targeted treatment, and mindfulness in your daily routine, your year will be significantly more bearable – despite your allergies!