An update isn’t just about code—it’s about substance. The editorial team has introduced four new recurring columns:
The era of Sonnenfreunde as a contemporary publication has long since passed. The main run of the magazine and its controversial special issues concluded in . Today, the magazine is a historical artifact. Collectors' items from the 1950s are now considered antiques, and various sources note that the magazine is "out of print" and "has been discontinued for a long time". For researchers and collectors, its legacy is preserved in museums and archival collections. The FKK-Museum in Germany, for example, houses a collection of its issues. Auction sites and specialized bookstores still list individual copies, and online archives keep scans and cover images of the publication alive for historical study.
We have updated our classic "UV Index Chart" (Page 8). The old rule was "avoid 3+." The new rule: | UV Index | Action | | :--- | :--- | | 0-2 | No protection needed. Great for vitamin D. | | 3-5 | Hat + SPF 30. | | 6-7 | SPF 50 + Shade at noon. | | 8+ | Indoor hours. Do not expose bare skin. | magazin sonnenfreunde updated
Recent updates to the magazine focus on a contemporary layout and high-quality photography to shed the "vintage pulp" image often associated with older 1950s/60s issues. www.lastdodo.com Paper and Print Quality
If you are a , the update may take a few sessions to navigate—but the added value (personalization, video, wearables integration) is undeniable. For newcomers , there has never been a better time to join. The magazine finally balances evidence-based sun safety with genuine enthusiasm for sun-blessed living. An update isn’t just about code—it’s about substance
Before diving into the updates, it’s essential to understand the legacy. Magazin Sonnenfreunde (English: "Sun Friends Magazine") started as a niche pamphlet for solarium users in the 1980s. Over time, it evolved into a comprehensive lifestyle magazine covering:
The update introduces a dedicated section for new solarium technologies: Today, the magazine is a historical artifact
Due to its focus on naturism and full nudity, many editions are restricted. For instance, some regions classify it as , meaning it is only available to adults. Collectors' Market:
Over its later years, editors like Gerd Berendt became closely tied to the publication's distribution across Central Europe. 2. Legal Shifts and the Late-90s Transition
Significant updates to this digital archive were made as recently as April 2024. These updates include high-resolution documentation of various Sonderhefte that are otherwise extremely difficult to find. Specifically, the archives received updates on April 1, 2024, and April 2, 2024, for issues such as "Jung und nackt – Die nackten Königskinder" (Young and Naked – The Naked Royal Children), "Junge Freundschaft" (Young Friendship), "Paradies der Teenager" (Paradise of Teenagers), and "Sonne über Jugoslawien" (Sun over Yugoslavia). While the museum restricts the ability to enlarge sensitive images, the documentation of the metadata and publication history provides a vital historical resource.