Best trail running trails in Sylt
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Sylt with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.3 (27)·Easy·10.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail on Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein. This route leads once around the Rantum Basin, a brackish water lake of almost 580 hectares in the centre of Sylt. The Rantum Basin is a nature reserve and has also been designated a seabird sanctuary. Countless bird species, such as oystercatchers and bitterns, nest around the water and the area is particularly busy during the migration periods in spring and autumn. Highlights of the hike: - Rantum Basin nature reserve - Rare bird...
- 4.4 (8)·Moderate·15.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrWonderful walk on Sylt. This is a classic walk on the North Sea island: from Westerland to Kampen along the west beach. The start is at the railway station. The route leads northwards directly to the beach, past many restaurants, the beach gallery and shops, into the impressive dune landscape. The path leads to the famous Uwe dune in the middle of the unique surroundings. Located in Kampen, the 52 metre high dune is the highest on Sylt and, once at the top, offers magnificent views of the...
- 4.1 (15)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic circular route on Sylt in Schleswig-Holstein. It is possible to travel by train and start the hike at Westerland station (Sylt). The route follows the beach as far as Wenningstedt. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the beach promenades. The hike leads back to the starting point near the beach. Highlights: - wide views - fresh sea air
- 4.4 (15)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking trail on Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein This beautiful hike with a view of the North Sea starts near Sylt Airport in Keitum and leads to idyllic Kampen. The route is partly on boardwalks through the dunes and partly (barefoot if you prefer) through the sand on the beach. With the right timing, this tour can also be combined with a mudflat hike. There are refreshment stops in the villages and the starting point can also be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Sea...
- 4.9 (4)·Moderate·22.2 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrNature trail on Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein The route takes you to the island of Sylt, to the beautiful Braderuper Heide nature reserve, located between the Schleswig-Holstein communities of Kampen and Wenningstedt-Braderup. The start is at the car park near the centre of Westerland. The trail leads along the promenade, along the golf course and then onto more secluded paths in the nature reserve. From the end of April, July and the end of August to the beginning of September, the various types...
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·99.6 km·Est. 20–22 hrAdventurous round trip on Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein The Mega March takes place every year in many major cities in Germany and on the two beautiful (and very different) islands of Mallorca and Sylt. On Sylt, the fresh sea air and the unique atmosphere of the North Sea island can be enjoyed during the march. On the day of the event, the 100km tour must be completed 24 hours. It is easily possible to travel to Westerland by train. It is definitely worth staying here for a few days and to get...
- 4.4 (2)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed hike in Schleswig-Holstein. The hike leads from Westerland through the Südwäldchen forest to the beach - here you can enjoy the wonderfully fresh sea air and the view of the sea. There are refreshment stops near the railway station. Highlights: - Sylt Aquarium
- 2.3 (5)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrCircular route on Sylt in Schleswig-Holstein. It starts at Tinnum Zoo: the tour first runs over the dyke to the west beach. Following this northwards for a short distance, you then head inland again, passing Eidum Vogelkoje. Along the wide fields you finally return to the starting point. There are refreshment stops in Tinnum. Highlights: - Eidum Vogelkoje
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Sylt?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Sylt is Megamarsch Sylt 2019 - 100km. This trail is estimated to be 99.6 km long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Sylt?
Sylt: With an ascent of 616 m, Megamarsch Sylt 2019 - 100km has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Braderuper Heide from Westerland with 139 m of elevation gain.
Top parks around Sylt
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Points of interest
- Camping Rantum
- Morsum-Kliff
- Eidum Vogelkoje
- Strandübergang 39
- Strandübergang 38
- Strandübergang 43
- Strandübergang 40
- Strandübergang 47
- Friedhof der Heimatlosen
- Sankt Severin
- Harhoog
- Tipkenhoog
- Großsteingrab Archsum 1
- Großsteingrab Archsum 2
- Merelmerskhoog
- Aktion Sylt
- Dünencamping Westerland
- Aussichtspunkt Dünenhotel Rantum
- Radarhügel
- Riesen Boje