A flirt for life
This is what makes our village special:
Small but beautiful, exclusive and cosmopolitan, elegant and also cozy and village-like.
Kampen is a village of charming contrasts. Endless sandy beaches and expansive heathland, the Red Cliff and edgy characters, sparkling champagne and quick-witted Frisians – find out what gives Germany's most famous village its very special charm.
Kampen - A flirt for life
Kampen accommodates you individually ass
One-off Nature with a wow effect
We are an iconic Artists' village
There is a special Shopping variety
There are waiting for you culinary seductions
With own Magazine for all village stories
Our events in Kampen
Cold Power Workshop
The "Cold Power" workshop in Kampen teaches the basics of cold-water swimming and strengthens concentration, clarity, and mental fortitude. In the 2-hour introductory course (no prior experience necessary), lifeguard Ela Schnebbe guides participants through breathing and mental techniques, culminating in a group swim in the sea.
Dates: May 10th and May 17th, each from 11 am to 13 pm.
Meeting point: Entrance to Sturmhaube, Kampen.
Cost: €35 (adults) / €25 (young people aged 15 and over), including hot drink.
North Sea Ultra 2026 - Registration
The North Sea Ultra takes place on May 9, 2026, on Sylt. The race starts at 6:00 a.m. in Kampen at the Sturmhaube (storm hood), which is also the finish line. The approximately 111-kilometer course circumnavigates the island and presents a particular challenge due to the wind and coastal conditions.
Kampen Classics
The Kampen Classics are not a typical vintage car meet. They are a curated homage to automotive culture, craftsmanship, and lifestyle – open to people who appreciate the extraordinary.
From June 18th to 21st, 2026, the Strönwai in Kampen, the legendary Whisky Mile, will become the focal point of this gathering. Classic and modern classic cars will not be on display, but rather right in the heart of the village – embedded in the architecture, landscape, and the unique rhythm of Sylt. Here, it's not about judging or competition, but about the experience: about sound, lines, history, and the joy of being part of a community that unites quality, style, and substance.
We cordially invite you to our traditional summer festival on July 19th from 18 pm!
Spend a lovely summer evening with us and experience the camaraderie of the Kampen Volunteer Fire Department. We look forward to seeing you!
Program highlights:
Children's program: Our little guests can look forward to exciting games and thrilling rides in the fire truck.
Culinary offerings: Delicious food and refreshing drinks await you.
Music: Dance and celebrate to the sounds of our DJ.
There are many white dinners. But only we here in Kampen offer a white dinner with a magnificent beach view in one of Germany's most beautiful locations! A stylish picnic all in white, with old and new friends.
Laughter, chatting, celebrating, feeling your feet in the sand, enjoying the sound of the waves and the sunset – that's how we celebrate our White Dinner on the beach in Kampen. Come join us!
Tickets will only be available online.
Kampen Summer Festival
Friday, 14th & Saturday, 15th August
From 16 pm, the whisky mile transforms into a lively festival area with food stalls, live acts, and a summery atmosphere. In the evening, Katzasprung from Lech am Arlberg will keep the party going with classic hits until 23 pm.
Note: No parking is available on site. Please use a bicycle or bus (Kampen Mitte stop). Bicycle parking is available on the western side of the Whisky Mile and in the garden of the Kaamp-Hüs.
Yo Day in Kampen
The "world premiere" of the YO DAY Festival in the summer of 2025 was magical: The day in the park, featuring all kinds of yoga, modern movement styles, meditation, dance, and lectures, delighted locals and visitors alike. Men and women. Beginners and advanced practitioners. People of all ages. On Saturday, August 29th, it's back for another round: with even more variety, taster sessions for beginners, men's yoga, acrobatic yoga, Qi Gong, Pilates, and much more, featuring outstanding masters of their respective fields. YO DAY offers over 20 workshops and lectures for all levels, with childcare, massages, and delicious catering from "Tofree." From 9 a.m. to 21 p.m. And to top it all off: the second Kampen Holi Dance. Of course, in case of bad weather, YO DAY will move to the Kaamp-Hüs.
Kampen Second Hand Market
In autumn 2026, it's that time again – in the large hall of the Kaamp-Hüs' you'll find everything from A for suit to Z for flip-flops! A wide variety of women's, men's, and children's clothing, as well as accessories and toys, will be on offer. There are guaranteed to be some great bargains to be found.
Fri. 18.09.2026 | 10 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Sat. 19.09.2026 | 10 a.m. to 16 p.m.
Living advent calendar
During Advent, not only do doors open on the calendar, but also doors in our village! Every evening from December 1st to 23rd, a different house invites you to a small Advent gathering - with songs, stories, lights and warm drinks.
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Culinary delights in the artists' village
They also cook with just water, but at a world-class level: Kampen's chefs serve first-class dishes. From a delicate snack to a multi-course meal, Kampen's gastronomy pampers you with virtuosity and brings you culinary delights. Candlelight dinners or takeaway catering, deluxe party service or the world's best fried potatoes, tapas or schnitzel, champagne or rainy-weather tea - there's nothing Kampen's gastronomy can't provide. We'd like to introduce you to all the restaurants, bistros, bars, cafés, and other appetizers here.
Guided tours, sights & events
Exclusive fashion, art & jewelry
You'll find all the treasures you've ever dreamed of here in Kampen. And even those you never dared to dream of. Haute couture and Budapest shoes, the latest trends and all the Hanseatic classics, the charm of truly fine cashmere and the weatherproofness of British classics - Shopping in Kampen is limitless and anything but ordinary. Experience the exclusive selection in more than 40 boutiques and retail stores. We offer everything from evening dresses to top hats, a new fragrance or lipstick, and unique pieces from the jeweler. You're sure to find very special memories of your Kampen vacation as you stroll through the shops in our town center.
Living in the most beautiful village in the world
your space for special occasions in Kampen
The most beautiful sides of Kampen presented four times a year PRO KAMPEN, published by the Tourism Service. With news, reports and lots of information from Germany's most famous village. As Remedies against homesickness for the North Sea, as Appetite stimulant before the holiday, as entertainer and local informant, as Postscript the most beautiful weeks of the year.
PRO KAMPEN is published every Easter, at the beginning of the summer holidays, in August and at Christmas with a circulation of 10.000 copies.
The magazine is distributed through the tourism service. Over 800 regular visitors currently subscribe to PROKAMPEN to stay up-to-date and connected with their favorite village, even at home.
What belongs together will find each other!
Kampen on Sylt & Lech am Arlberg
