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Kampen Classics in Strönwai

Enjoyment and entertainment at the Young & Oldtimer event in Kampen on Sylt

The new festival celebrates its Premiere at the start of the summer season from June 18th to 21st Right in the heart of the village: The central location of this public festival for automotive culture, crafts and culinary delights will be the Strönwai on all four days - with curated classic and modern classic cars in the exhibition area, with delicious stall offerings from local restaurateurs, Driving Experiences and with a selected Live music programUnlike traditional rallies, the Kampen Classics focuses not on speed or rankings, but on exchange, encounters, driving culture, design, and shared experiences. And this takes place from morning till night, from Thursday to Sunday.

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  • Plenty to see: Young & Oldtimers in the Parc Fermé, Moderation & Vehicle Presentations

  • Unique atmosphere with Live music program & DJ sets at Strönwai

  • Food mile featuring top Sylt restaurateurs: A world of culinary delights in Strönwai “Whisky Mile” in and around Kampen

  • public evening events for classic and modern classic car enthusiasts

  • Exhibition highlights from Aston Martin Hamburg / North-Baltic Sea Automobiles, including a rare Aston Martin DB6

  • Free entry for everyone!

A colorful hustle and bustle & plenty going on

Here's what you can look forward to at the Kampen Classics!

With the Kampen Classics For the first time, the legendary Strönwai will be transformed into a multi-day meeting place for automotive passion, stylish encounters, and genuine island flair. Between the Wadden Sea and the North Sea waves, amidst historic car bodies, gleaming chrome, and relaxed conversation, a special atmosphere will be created in the heart of Kampen, blending automotive culture with the unique backdrop of Sylt. In the open air Parc Ferme Exceptional vehicles from different decades will be on display. Here you have the opportunity to experience these automotive classics up close! A diverse program of activities awaits you: Curated excursions will allow you to experience Sylt from a new perspective, you can indulge in the culinary delights of Kampen, and enjoy atmospheric events in the evening. 

Food Mile & Nordic Culinary Culture

A major highlight, perfectly complementing the stylish cars, is the Kampen Classics food court on Strönwai, the heart of the action. Top restaurateurs will be serving up the finest snacks for both small and large appetites, popular North German classics, and a wide variety of refreshing drinks. From truffle pasta and grilled scampi to currywurst, Thai curry, and fresh waffles, there's something to satisfy every culinary desire. 

Admission to the Kampen Classics and access to the festival grounds are free on all days of the event. Further information about the program, participation, and all the highlights can be found here. here.

Style, sound & joie de vivre on four wheels and in the Strönwai
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The schedule

at the Kampen Classics

Enjoy your day An experience program in Strönwai in Kampen: culinary delights including at Hotel Rungholt, Gogärtchen, Sturmhaube, Fratello, Manne Pahl, Vogelkoje, Club Rotes Kliff, etc.er Parc Fermé It presents cars from different decades, culture, craftsmanship, and expertise. Admission is free. For the time being, There will be great sounds and a great atmosphere!

Driving Experiences
A key element of Kampen Classics are the personally guided tours. “Driving Experiences”“In small groups of a maximum of 15 vehicles, you will experience selected routes across the island, accompanied by local guides and with deliberately staged stops.”

Thursday

18. June

10:00 O'CLOCK
The restaurants, exhibitors and the children's program on Strönwai and in the parking lot will open.
10:00 O'CLOCK
The Kampen Classics kick off with the first Driving Experience “KAIREM” and vehicle presentations on the Strönwai.
FROM 11:00 PM
Arrival of the exhibition vehicles and stopover guests at the Parc fermé – accompanied by live music with singer-songwriter Tom Klose.
FROM 16:00 PM
The Driving Experience and vehicle presentations return with presenter Johannes Hübner.
FROM 20:00 PM
Opening Evening at Hotel Rungholt With live saxophone, sundowner vibes and views over the North Sea and Wadden Sea. Free entry for all guests (subject to availability).

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Friday

19. June

10:00 O'CLOCK
The restaurants, exhibitors and the children's program on Strönwai and in the parking lot will open.
10:00 O'CLOCK
Start of the Driving Experience “DIK” and vehicle presentations on Strönwai.
FROM 11:00 PM
Arrival of the stopover guests at the Parc fermé – accompanied by live music with Tom Klose.
FROM 16:00 PM
Return of the Driving Experience and vehicle presentations with Johannes Hübner.
FROM 20:00 PM
Drivers Night at Gogärtchen With a DJ set and relaxed evening atmosphere in the heart of Kampen. Free entry for all guests (subject to availability).

Saturday

 20. June

10:00 O'CLOCK
The restaurants, exhibitors and the children's program on Strönwai and in the parking lot will open.
10:00 O'CLOCK
Start of the Driving Experience “SÜNHAIR” and vehicle presentations on Strönwai.
FROM 11:00 PM
Arrival of the stopover guests at the Parc fermé – accompanied by live music with singer-songwriter Tom Klose.
FROM 16:00 PM
The Driving Experience and vehicle presentations return with presenter Christian Steiger.
FROM 20:00 PM
Classics Night at the balaclava Enjoy soul music, live music, and a Nordic evening atmosphere right on the North Sea coast. Free entry for all guests (subject to availability).

Sunday

21. June

10:00 O'CLOCK
The restaurants, exhibitors and the children's program on Strönwai and in the parking lot will open.
FROM 10:00 PM
Arrival of the stopover guests at the Parc fermé – accompanied by live music.
Once again, the exhibition vehicles and day visitors in the Parc fermé bring remarkable automotive culture to the heart of Kampen.
FROM 14:00 PM
Concours d'Élégance with all exhibition vehicles and vehicle presentation with Christian Steiger.
Farewell to the participants and a joint conclusion on the Strönwai.

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