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Who can’t immediately relax at the sight of such beautiful North Sea beaches? I’ve brought you some really cool tips from Sylt and will show you the most important sights on Sylt! <\/p>\n

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The best Sylt sights for a weekend<\/h2>\n\n

Only a weekend to spare? No problem on Sylt. The island is easily and quickly accessible: by train, plane or car on the train. On Sylt itself, the public island bus is a great way to get from A to B. And let’s be honest: longer stays on Sylt will blow your travel budget anyway. (But more on that later.) So a weekend on Sylt is all you need: as soon as you set foot on Sylt soil, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation.<\/p>\n\n

Tip<\/strong>: With a bus tour, you can get to know all the important points on Sylt without having to squeeze into public transport!\u279c Book your tour of the island here*<\/a><\/p>\n

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It was too fresh for the beach sauna, I’m a wimp. But I definitely have to try it out next time: A sauna in the middle of the beach, how cool is that! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

#1 Westerland & the spa promenade<\/h2>\n\n

There is also a ferry connection to the north of Sylt in List – but the majority of visitors to Sylt actually arrive in Westerland. By train or car train or by plane. Westerland as a place in itself may disappoint some people – charming thatched-roof houses and a dune feeling are few and far between. <\/p>\n

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Even if Westerland is not exactly the most beautiful place on Sylt, the beach here is also impressive.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Instead, there are plenty of architectural sins in the form of apartment buildings from the sixties in the form of shabby shoeboxes – above all the new spa center directly on the beach in Westerland. Nevertheless, Westerland is a good starting point for excursions around the island – and is perfect for visitors with little time. It is easy to get anywhere from here and accommodation can be found quickly. And all in all, Westerland is a relaxed spa town with some nice restaurants and a really outstandingly high density of well-stocked, inviting bookshops! (Something I really miss in Amazon-Prime-spoiled Berlin – there’s nothing like cozy bookstores with a nice selection). <\/p>\n

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Strolling along the promenade in the evening: Favorite activity in Westerland.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

#2 The Uwe Dune<\/h2>\n\n

To the north of Westerland lies the Uwe dune, the highest point on the island – and that’s not much for an island like Sylt, which is in constant danger of disappearing into the North Sea. A narrow wooden staircase leads up to the Uwe dune and once at the top, you can enjoy the complete panorama of Sylt from the viewing platform. On one side is Kampen with its pretty thatched-roof houses nestling snugly in the hilly dune landscape, and on the other is the roaring North Sea. Pure nature all around. And so soothing and beautiful for a city kid like me. <\/p>\n

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The highest point on the island: the Uwe dune.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Incidentally, Kampen is the hotspot for the rich and famous (actually, it’s already the whole island, but here the concentration seems to be many times higher) – and if you need something from Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton or whatnot, you’re guaranteed to find it in the well-stocked village boutiques on Str\u00f6mwai. Kampen is also home to some of Sylt’s most famous bars and restaurants, which have contributed to the island’s reputation as a jet-set meeting place. But low-budget vacationers like me prefer not to get used to such places in the first place ;) <\/p>\n\n

#3 The Red Cliff<\/h2>\n\n

Instead, you can take a walk from the Uwe dune over or around the red cliff, which glows red in the evening sun, especially at sunset, and is one of the island’s landmarks. You also have such a great view of the beach below from above that I had the feeling that I had taken the photos with a drone – drone photography without a drone, so to speak. <\/p>\n

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Best view: The view of the North Sea from the Red Cliff is unique.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

The view is truly unique – even if every pore of your body is once again blown through by the stiff North Sea breeze. But on Sylt, the saying goes: there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. <\/p>\n\n

\u279c You can find more cool destinations for a short break in Germany here on the blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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There are also beautiful dune paths on the red cliff.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

#4 Stage 16 – Old hipsters, champagne and dunes<\/h2>\n\n

Buhne 16 is just a stone’s throw away from Kampen when you’re out and about by bike. At least on the way there, on the way back you often get caught by the headwind, which reminded me to think about an e-bike the next time I hire a bike. But you have to park your bike on the cycle path anyway. It’s a good walk through the dunes to Buhne 16. <\/p>\n

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On the way to stage 16.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

In the middle of the solitude, I used my guest card for the first time, which every tourist receives after paying the tourist tax at their accommodation. This means that admission to the beach is free, otherwise it costs a few euros. You can then pay the fee on site. <\/p>\n\n

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In the middle of the dunes: The famous Buhne 16 in Kampen.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Buhne 16 itself is hidden in the middle of a dune and is actually nothing more than a beach kiosk with a wild history as a lively party venue for prominent beach guests. But Sylt wouldn’t be Sylt if this simple beach hut wasn’t a bit more refined. Unfortunately not the food, the potato salad, for example, also comes from a plastic bucket. No matter, Buhne 16 still exudes the flair of the uncomplicated jet-set beach life of the sixties: there’s plenty of champagne, but on the beach in swimwear everyone is almost the same. And the panorama with dunes, white powdery sandy beach and fresh sea air makes up for the record-breaking prices. <\/p>\n\n

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#5 Cunning and the elbow<\/h2>\n\n

Further north is List, which is only recommended for real cycling enthusiasts when cycling from Westerland – because the route is long. However, public transport is well organized: if you lose your strength on the way, the frequent island buses have a bike rack at the back so that you can simply charge your bike and make yourself comfortable on the bus (which also has free Wi-Fi, it’s incredible!). Incidentally, the northern tip of Sylt is called Ellenbogen because that’s exactly what it looks like. <\/p>\n

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The popular beach chairs are also located in List.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>
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Incidentally, List is less glamorous, more sea, more dunes, more nature. In addition to a permanent exhibition, the Erlebniszentrum Naturgewalten also offers guided nature tours: Hiking through the mudflats, through the dunes or a visit to Germany’s only oyster farm. <\/p>\n

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#6 The northernmost fish stall in Germany<\/h2>\n\n

And a must in List: eating fish sandwiches! This is where Gosch<\/strong>, the famous Sylt fish cave chain, has its origins – this is where it all began. The Old Boat Hall also has a maritime flair. Unfortunately, the prices here are also steep, especially for self-service (who would have thought it), the food is okay, but not sensational, and on the whole a little too touristy. Nevertheless: Gosch must be on Sylt. <\/p>\n\n