--- type: "Article" title: "Longing for Sylt – Wicker beach chairs by the sea" description: "Colorful beach chairs, white sand beaches, dunes and imposing coastal stretches – this is how Sylt presented itself during our visit." resource: "https://travelmemo.com/germany/sylt-wicker-beach-chairs-wadden-sea" author: "Katja Birrer" publisher: "Travelmemo" photo_count: 16 tags: ["Beach", "Landscape", "Nature", "Germany"] entities: - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/places/germany" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/places/zuerich" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/sea-travel" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/landscape" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/nature-tourism" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/resort" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/restaurant" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/culinary-tourism" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/experience-travel" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/golf" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/hiking" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/topics/wellness-tourism" - "https://travelmemo.com/ontology/organizations/swiss-international-air-lines" - "https://travelmemo.com/author/katja-birrer" generated: { by: "human:https://travelmemo.com/author/katja-birrer", at: 2026-07-04T13:46:47+00:00 } verified: - { by: "human:https://travelmemo.com/author/walter-schaerer", at: 2015-08-10T18:12:45+00:00 } sources: - id: photos resource: sylt-wicker-beach-chairs-wadden-sea.md#photos title: "Original photography by Katja Birrer" author: "human:https://travelmemo.com/author/katja-birrer" timestamp: 2026-07-04T13:46:47+00:00 --- # Longing for Sylt – Wicker beach chairs by the sea > Sylt, Germany's largest North Frisian island and self-styled 'Queen of the North Sea,' enchants visitors with white sand beaches, colorful wicker beach chairs, UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea, and a vibrant mix of wellness, gourmet dining, and glamorous village life. ## Destination Sylt, North Frisian Islands, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany ## Getting there Air Berlin offers daily service to Sylt, with direct weekend flights from Zurich. ## When to go The saltwater pool at A-ROSA Resort is heated year-round, suggesting the island is a viable destination in any season. ## Why visit Sylt combines dramatic North Sea coastlines, world-class watersports, UNESCO Wadden Sea nature, Michelin-starred dining, and upscale village culture all on one island. ## What to see - **Uwe Dune (Kampen)** — At 52.5 meters, the island's highest point offers a panoramic view of the entire island. - **Ellenbogen (Elbow)** — Germany's northernmost land point; a protected bird and nature sanctuary with a lighthouse, ideal for hiking and cycling. - **Wadden Sea** — UNESCO World Natural Heritage site since 2009, located off Sylt's eastern coast. - **Kampen village** — Sylt's most prominent village, known for thatched-roof houses, exclusive boutiques, clubs, and restaurants. - **Keitum village** — Idyllic Wadden Sea-side village with historic captain's houses, boutiques, artisanal shops, and tea rooms. - **Erlebniszentrum Naturgewalten** — Nature's Forces Adventure Center near A-ROSA Hotel with 1,500 m² of interactive exhibits on North Sea forces and climate. ## What to do - **Watersports on the west and north coasts** — Swimming, sailing, windsurfing, and kiteboarding on Sylt's ocean-facing shores. - **Golf at Budersand Golf Course** — Challenging dune course in the island's south with sweeping North Sea views. - **Hiking and cycling at the Ellenbogen** — Extensive trails through a protected nature sanctuary at the island's northern tip; car access also available for a €5 toll. - **Dining at Restaurant Fährhaus** — High-end gourmet restaurant run by chef Alexandro Pape, part of Sylt's acclaimed fine-dining scene. - **Spa at A-ROSA Resort** — Award-winning 3,500 m² spa with an indoor/outdoor heated saltwater pool, Thalasso center, and six themed saunas. - **Visit the Kontorhaus in Keitum** — Unique venue combining a home furnishings store, designer tea room, and romantic hotel rooms. ## Good to know The A-ROSA Sylt Resort is located in the village of List on the Wadden Sea side, set within protected dune landscape. Its 'Spices' restaurant serves live-prepared sushi and Far East specialties. Kampen hosts luxury brand boutiques including Bulgari and Louis Vuitton. ## Photos ```yaml photos: - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Nordsee-Strandkoerbe-1024x683.jpg" caption: "Sylt and its trademark beach chairs go together" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Kapen-Strand.jpg" caption: "Vista from the bluff of Sylt’s Uwe dune" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Ellenbogen-Leuchtturm.jpg" caption: "Lighthouse at the “Ellenbogen” (“Elbow”) in the island’s northern part" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Boutique-Kampen.jpg" caption: "Bulgari Boutique in Kampen, Sylt" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Louis-Vuitton-Kampen.jpg" caption: "Luis Vuitton boutique in Kampen" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Duene-Leuchtturm.jpg" caption: "View from the Uwe dune in Kampen" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kapitaensdorf-Keitum-Sylt.jpg" caption: "The anchor as symbol in Keitum, the village of captains." - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Witthues-Kunsthandwerk-Keitum-Sylt.jpg" caption: "Witthüs artisan crafts and pottery in Keitum" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Ellenbogen-Schaf-2.jpg" caption: "Cop in sheep’s clothing...the sign says: No vehicles beyond this point." - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Ellenbogen-Schaf-Kitesurfer.jpg" caption: "Sheep and kite boarders on the beach at Ellenbogen on Sylt" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sylt-Ellenbogen-Schaf.jpg" caption: "Sheep in the Ellenbogen" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/A-ROSA-Sylt-Aussenansicht.jpg" caption: "A-ROSA Resort Sylt" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/A-ROSA-Sylt-Fruehstuecksbuffet.jpg" caption: "The right way to start the day..." - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/A-ROSA-Sylt-Spa.jpg" caption: "Spa entrance in the A-ROSA Hotel Sylt" - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/A-ROSA-Sylt-Tische-Spices-Restaurant.jpg" caption: "SPICES Far East Restaurant" ```