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From a hotel with a sea view to a cozy thatched holiday home.

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Summer on Sylt

Experience summer magic

With the gentle sound of the waves in your ears, the salty scent of the sea air and the warm sun on your face, summertime on Sylt is a true experience for all the senses. 
From relaxing beach days to active adventures, Sylt offers a mix of relaxation, activity and enjoyment during the summer months. 

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© Tim Pfeiffer l Sylt Marketing

Outdoor experiences

Nature and action in the open air
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beach day in summer on Sylt

Packing list for relaxation, pure nature and recreation in a unique setting
  • Towels, swimwear and flip flops

  • Sun protection: sunscreen, sunglasses, cap or sun hat

  • Enough to drink

  • spa card, which is issued by the hosts or directly at the beach crossing

  • Reservation for a typical Sylt beach chair, alternatively a beach tent or a parasol

  • Boccia, beach ball or volleyball

  • The perfect Playlist on the ears

  • Book, magazine or e-reader

  • Small change for an ice cream or crêpe in between (watch out for hungry seagulls!)

  • Camera or smartphone for souvenir photos

  • Don't miss the sunset!

Four teenagers play beach ball on the sandy beach at sunset.
© Peter Bender | Sylt Marketing

Beach sports

Movement meets the sound of the sea: early morning exercise, yoga & animation

Sculptures of a man and a woman under beach showers, known as “Everyday People” in Wenningstedt on Sylt.
© Peter Bender | Sylt Marketing

Sylt beaches

What type of beach lover are you?

Book a beach chair

Secure your sheltered spot in the sun!

Summer on Sylt

This is how the whole family can have a vacation!

Finally, holiday fun on Sylt again! Here you can experience the summer holidays on Sylt in a fun and action-packed way. From beach activities, surfing or soccer camps to crafting fun at Villa Kunterbunt, there's something for every child.

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Relaxed activities

Alternative activities and 
Bad weather tips

Shopping

Shops to discover

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Museums

Exciting exhibitions

© Laura Müller l Sylt Marketing

Sylt Wave

Relax in the leisure pool

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Cinema

Sit back and enjoy

© Tabea Olsson | Sylt Marketing

After-Beach Cruise

with the Adler ships

© Maurids Gode IAdler-Schiffe

Escape Game

Solve puzzles together

© insel-sylt.de / Lars Jockumsen

Events and 
Festivals on Sylt

The event highlights on the island
Open-air concert at sunset on the beach with many people
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May - September 2026: Sundowner Rhythm & Beats

Celebrate the sunset with live music at the bandshell on the promenade in Westerland

To the dates
The Windsurf World Cup on Sylt with white tents along the promenade, people on the beach and the skyline of Westerland in the background.
© Act Agency

May - October 2026: Surf Cups on Sylt

Colorful water sports events with a promenade on the Brandenburg beach in Westerland

Overview of Surf Cups
Porsche meeting with many people at beach event on Sylt
© Tabea Olsson | Sylt Marketing

June 26 - 28, 2026: Petro-Surf Festival

Cultural mix of vintage cars, music, art, surf action and more in Rantum (Samoa)

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Two wine glasses on a wooden balustrade in front of a colorful sunset with blue sky and clouds.
© Julia Leiber | Sylt Marketing

July 7-12, 2026: Wine Festival

Enjoy fine wines against a spectacular backdrop on the promenade in Westerland

To the event
People in white sitting at a long table at a beach dinner
© Magulski I TS Kampen

July 21, 2026: White Dinner

Enjoyment in white with sea views on Kampen beach

To the event
© TSK

July & August: Kampen Beach Sounds

Live music at sunset on Kampen beach!

to the appointments
DJ and saxophonist on the beach in Wenningstedt
© Jasmin Heimberger | TSWB

April - September: Sunset events in Wenningstedt

Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays: Relaxing DJ music or live music at sunset on the Wenningstedt promenade.

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Two older men in striped shirts sit relaxed on a boat in the harbor, holding coffee cups in their hands.
© Peter Bender I Sylt Marketing

July & August: Hörnum and Lister harbor festival

From July 31st to August 2nd, 2026, Hörnum offers a colorful program at the harbor; a weekend later - on August 8th, 2026 - there will be a celebration with live music at the Lister harbor.

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August 28, 2026: Cycling Paradise

A tour around the island on vintage bikes - an experience for every cycling enthusiast.

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Culinary highlights in summer on Sylt

Sea air makes you hungry
Woman in summer clothes enjoying snack in front of umbrella and beach.
© Peter Bender | Sylt Marketing

You have to do this on Sylt 
have tried

  • Fish sandwich with sea view

  • WATT beer brewed on the island

  • Syltella from the Sylt chocolate factory

  • Sweet or savory crêpes at the many crêpe stands

Sourdough bread with salmon, spinach and avocado presented on a wooden board.
© Peter Bender | Sylt Marketing

Our tips for enjoyment

Beach bistros on Sylt

Located directly in the dunes, the beach bistros offer a unique atmosphere with breathtaking views of the North Sea. Here you can enjoy freshly caught fish, regional specialties, and refreshing drinks while the salty sea breeze wafts in. Whether for a quick snack after a walk on the beach or a leisurely lunch with family and friends, the beach bistros combine culinary delights with a touch of vacation feeling, especially at sunset.

Recover on Sylt

For the environment

If you want to drink your coffee on the go, there is a sustainable alternative on Sylt: The reusable recup cup. This deposit system, which is already established in many German cities, helps to reduce disposable waste.

Woman shows two RECUP reusable cups in front of a sunny beach with waves and blue sky.
© Cosima Christiansen | Sylt Marketing
© Philip Ruopp | Sylt Marketing

Spend your summer on Sylt!

From a hotel with a sea view to a cozy thatched holiday home.

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Please select a date
  • The largest selection of accommodation

  • best offer at the best price

  • book quickly & easily