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horseback riding on Sylt

The Sylt horses get both experienced riders and beginners alike on their toes.

With around 600 horses at home on Sylt's riding stables, adults and children of all levels of ability will find the perfect four-legged companion – from ponies to powerful Schleswig coldbloods to ambitious Holsteiners. 30 kilometers of bridleways With dunes, meadows and soft sandy beaches, even an extended holiday on horseback will never be boring.

And when I go with my own horse Arrival? No problem – most riding stables also accept guest horses. Just remember to purchase the required horse badge for your horse before your first ride. This is mandatory for every ride, both for guest horses on vacation on Sylt and for Sylt horses. You can apply for a head number here from the Sylt municipality.

And if you don’t want to get into the saddle, but rather sit on the coach box or the spectator stands Carriage rides, ring riding tournaments, and the German Polo Masters offer spectacular experiences. And perhaps even make you want to try horseback riding yourself...

Experience unforgettable rides on the beach, through dune landscapes and idyllic meadows…

Rider gallops along the beach with Haflinger and dog, waves and dramatic sky in the background.
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Two horses eating hay in a pasture.
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Two riders on horses in the wintry Braderuper Heide.
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Two drawn horseshoes with trace points on the ground

rides on Sylt

Discover the island from the saddle

Experience unforgettable horseback riding on Sylt: Whether a relaxing beach ride on the Wadden Sea or a dynamic ride along the west beach – Sylt offers stunning riding trails with ocean views, experienced riding stables, and authentic nature experiences. Ideal for equestrian enthusiasts who want to explore the island on horseback.

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Beach rides on the west beach

Guided horse riding tours by the sea -
from dune ride to sunset

Beach Rider Sylt offers guided rides along the stunning west beach year-round – from relaxed tours for beginners to special experiences like sunset rides or professional photo shoots by the sea. Here, riding enthusiasts can experience Sylt's wild beauty up close – on the back of reliable and well-trained horses.

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Just ride off and feel the moment 

Experience a pure beach ride on the west beach of Sylt: 
This video shows how magical riding experiences between dunes and sea can be.

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Beach rides on the Wadden Sea

Riding experiences along the Wadden Sea – between heath, beach & sea

The two Keitum riding stables Greenhof and Hoffmann and the coachman Matthias Tölke offer 2-hour beach rides along the Wadden Sea between Keitum and Kampen through the Braderup Heath. Participation in the rides requires a solid basic training.

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riding stables on Sylt

Sylt is a horse paradise!

Discover the diversity of horses on the island – and find the right farm/provider for your personal riding adventure:

  • Beach rides

     

  • Pony riding

  • Riding lessons

  • Bathing with horses

     

  • holiday courses

  • Boarding stables

Events with horses on Sylt

Elegance, tradition and nature -
Unforgettable horse moments on the most beautiful island in the north.

Horseback riding on Sylt – traveling with your own horse…

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With your own horse 
to Sylt

Don’t forget the head number!

Some of Sylt’s riding stables offer comfortable guest boxes for guests’ horses. Important for visitor horses: When riding on the Sylt bridleways, a Head number mandatory for all horses. This can be purchased at the Sylt municipal treasury at Bahnweg 20 in Westerland for 30 euros per year. Orders can be made by email at finanzen@gemeinde-sylt.deThe fee is used for the maintenance and management of the riding trails.

Bridleway through dunes with horseshoe markings, Uwe Dune and lighthouse in the background.
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Riding trails on Sylt

On Sylt you can go horse riding on designated and marked riding trails.

FAQ Riding on Sylt

Things worth knowing for riders on Sylt - here are the answers

Riding on Sylt is pure happiness