In order to create a simple device for immobilizing the human body or parts of the body in a manner that is gentle on the patient in particular for arranging medical targeting devices markers or surgical instruments for image guided minimally invasive surgery said device having at least one immobilization element (1) which can be positioned on the surface of the body the immobilization element (1) is made of a bonded nonwoven fabric (2) which can be fastened by means of a micro hook and loop fastener (3).