Discover the beauty of the North Sea from Hörnum! Our harbor is the ideal starting point for unforgettable excursions to the picturesque neighboring islands and Halligen islands. For water sports enthusiasts, the Catamaran Club and the "Südkap Surfing" surf school offer exciting activities and courses. Here you can learn to sail and surf or simply enjoy the freedom on the water. The surrounding restaurants invite you to sample regional delicacies, such as fresh mussels grown right off Hörnum, and end the day in a relaxed atmosphere.
The Hörnum harbor
The gateway to the island and hallig world
Excursions to the neighboring islands & Halligen
Fancy a vacation within a vacation? Then island hopping from Sylt's sunny south is just the thing for you! Discover the neighboring islands of Amrum and Föhr or the nearby Halligwelt on a day trip and get a taste of what it's like to live in the middle of the Wadden Sea, whatever the weather. A trip to Germany's smallest community, Hallig Gröde, or to Hallig Hooge and Langeness is an absolute highlight of a North Sea vacation. Explore the Hallig islands and islands from land comfortably by bike, horse-drawn carriage, or on foot.
During the season, the Adler Express departs daily from Hörnum to Amrum (stay 3,5 hours) and Hallig Hooge (stay 2,25 hours).
Trip to the seal banks
A trip to the seal banks allows you to observe the North Sea's most placid creatures in their natural habitat, the sandbanks off Sylt. Depending on the tide, you might see entire colonies of hundreds of animals, or sometimes just a small family. During the tour, the sailors lower a small net into the water and show you on board what's lurking on the seabed. You might find everything from mussels to algae, crabs, and starfish. This makes the trip not just entertaining but also an interesting educational experience for all ages. With a bit of luck, you might even see a few porpoises leaping through the waves of Hörnum.
So keep your eyes open and go full speed ahead!
From Hörnum, the MS “Adler VI” takes you to the seal banks, including sea animal catching.
Day trip to Heligoland
Have you always wanted to visit Germany's only offshore island? You can do so conveniently from Hörnum! Several times a week The MS Adler Cat sails to Heligoland in just over two hours. You'll stay there for almost four hours. Plenty of time to hike to Lange Anna, observe the local birdlife, and do some duty-free shopping. In the evening, you'll return to Sylt. An absolute highlight for all island lovers!
Adventure trips
Be there when the MS Koi invites you to a first-class party on the high seas. From pop hits to chilled sunset beats, the floating event location offers everything – an absolute highlight with the best view! A more relaxed experience is offered on the coffee cruises, where you can "Coffee and Coke" You can admire the southern tip of the island and the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site. On the "Boat & Breakfast" tour, a perfect start to the day is guaranteed with an eagle, captain's, or gourmet breakfast on the North Sea with views of Sylt's picturesque coastline and the surrounding islands.
Gastronomy at Hörnum Harbour
Enjoy seafood grown directly between Hörnum and Föhr at the Muschelbistro, or perhaps try the extravagant Michelin-starred cuisine at Kai 3 with a sea view? The restaurants in Hörnum Harbor have something for every taste. If you're feeling a little peckish, the harbor snack bar offers crab sandwiches and other delicacies, and the crepe stand offers sweet and savory creations to accompany a delicious coffee right on the waterfront.
Sights at Hörnum Harbour
For pleasure boats and yachts, the Sylter Yacht Club in Hörnum harbor is the right place to go.
The harbor is tide-independent and can be entered in any weather and at any tide. Approaching from the south via the well-marked Vortrapptief is unproblematic at any time.
The boats are moored in stalls at floating docks, sometimes in "packs" during peak season. Ample water and electrical hookups are available. Washing machines and dryers, as well as modern restroom facilities, are available. Drinks and valuable tips about the sailing area are available in the cozy clubhouse.
Surf, kite & sailing school
Right next to the harbor is the Hörnum Water Sports Center, run by the Südkap Surfing surf school. In small groups of up to six students per instructor, you can learn every water sport here: from windsurfing, kitesurfing, stand-up paddling, to sailing – in a traditional dinghy or on a catamaran. Whether you enjoy the peace and quiet on a SUP or with the wind in your hands and salt on your face on a boat or surfboard – everyone will find their own personal version of freedom and relaxation here.
Sailing club directly at the triangle between Sylt, Amrum and Föhr
Hörnum is also home to the Sylt Catamaran Club, whose clubhouse is located right next to the harbor. The clubhouse houses a catamaran sailing school, offering guests the opportunity to take beginner and advanced courses.
Experienced sailing instructors gently introduce beginners to the basics of catamaran sailing in courses for teenagers (ages 12 and up) and adults. Basic theoretical concepts and practical techniques are taught in theory and practice. All you need to bring is a passion for water sports, a certain amount of fitness, and flexibility. Sailing takes place on the east side of Hörnum, in the triangular area between Sylt, Amrum, and Föhr, within sight of Hörnum Beach.
The landmark of the town directly on the east beach
On one of the regularly offered guided tours, you can climb the lighthouse and enjoy a magnificent view of the islands and Hallig world of North Frisia from the gallery at a lofty height.
Did you know that…
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… mussel fishermen start their fishing trips from Hörnum harbour?
Because before Hörnum mussels bred and harvested. Fishermen head to the mussel beds almost daily between July and April. May and June are the closed season in the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea. Over 20 tons are caught daily from the North Sea and supplied to many Sylt restaurants. Fresher than in a local restaurant. Sylt mussels Bistro, directly at Hörnum harbor, the mussels cannot be. -
…the German Sea Rescue Association (DGzRS) the sea rescue boat HORST HEINER KNETEN is stationed in Hörnum harbour?
The modern, specialized sea rescue vessel is deployed on the east and west sides of Hörnum, as well as between the islands of Sylt and Amrum. The crew consists of volunteers. The entire work of the DGzRS is funded entirely by donations.
Anyone interested in a virtual 3D tour of a sea rescue boat can visit the OTTO DIERSCH (DGzRS station Norddeich) take a look around.