Sylt

Germany's northern frontier

Sylt is a small island (99 km), 35 km long and 13 km wide. It is the northernmost point in Germany and sits in the North Sea, a stone's throw from Denmark. The island is one of the Frisian Islands and offers cylists, hikers, beach and nature enthusiasts a world of activities in a very relaxed environment. Easily reachable by train, the island is a favorite destination for German tourists.

Getting to Sylt

Naturally, you can fly into Sylt, but most people take the train over the Hindeburgdamm. You can catch the train in Niebuell and it is a short 30 minutes to the island. While you don't need a car on Sylt, if you wish to bring your car along, you can load it at Niebuell or other train stations in Germany. From Sylt, you can take the ferry to the Danish island of Romo or make excursions to the other Frisian islands.

Sylt restaurants

There is plenty to choose from for dining in Sylt, from street stands to continental dining. With at least 100 restaurants, Sylt is a seafood lovers paradise.

Cycling and hiking on Sylt

Sylt offers more than 200 km of cycling and hiking trails, along beaches, through salt meadows, across dunes and through the countryside. You can rent bikes in all the villages and most hotels offer them to their guests for a minimal charge or for free. The best way to see Sylt is by bicycle and buses run close to the bike routes so if you get tired, you can load your bike on the back of the bus and head back to your hotel.