• Off to the North Sea!
    Two women in long summer dresses walk happily along a beach bathed in warm light by the setting sun.
  • A man and a woman stand barefoot on the mudflats and look at the mud-covered ground. The sky is gray and the wind is blowing through their hair.
  • A man and a woman sit smiling, arm in arm, in a white and blue striped beach chair at sunset. The sun shines warm and golden on their skin.

Listlandstraße 11

25992 List/Sylt

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Experiences on Sylt

Idyllic little island villages, a vast dune landscape and striking cliffs are just some of the reasons that make Sylt such a popular vacation paradise. Whether by bike or on foot - our A-ROSA Sylt is the perfect starting point for numerous adventures. And at any time of year.

A day at the beach is simply part of a Sylt vacation. But there is also plenty to discover on the island away from the numerous beaches. Let our tips inspire you.

A-ROSA Sylt Highlights:

  • 200 kilometers of cycle paths
  • Hiking in the mudflats and to the lighthouses
  • 4 golf courses on the North Sea island
  • Experience the wind and waves up close while sailing, stand-up paddling and surfing
  • 70 kilometers of bridle paths
  • Explore island villages - from List to Hörnum
The white sandy beach and the sea next to it are bathed in warm colors by the setting sun.
A fluffy white sheep stands in the dunes and looks curiously into the camera.

A-ROSA Beach Guide:
Our TOP 3 island beaches

Lazing around, reading your favorite book and cooling off in the waves of the North Sea - that's a perfect summer day on Sylt. We'll tell you where to find the most beautiful beaches:

  • Long, wide and plenty of space for everyone: the beach in Wenningstedt-Baderup
  • Peace and seemingly endless space in the south of the island: Head to Hörnum!
  • Like in the South Seas: At Ellenbogen you will find a white sandy beach and light blue water in the midst of beautiful nature

Our tip: These wonderful beaches belong on every Sylt bucket list, and not just in summer. Beach walks promise pure island bliss all year round!

Close-up of dune grasses and a beach with visible sky and clouds.A wooden path winds its way through the dunes on Sylt. The sun shines on the calm sea.
Experience the sea

The sand under your feet, the sound of the sea in your ears and the salty air in your nose - that's all you need to feel pure Sylt island happiness.

Whether you are looking for peace and relaxation on the beach or action and adventure, Sylt's coastal side has something for everyone.

A mudflat landscape stretches along a green dune landscape. The gray, cloud-covered sky bathes the scene in a dramatic light.
Off to the Wadden Sea

The Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site is a unique ecosystem with a special biodiversity, which you can best get to know on a guided mudflat hike.

A ferry sails on the open sea over deep blue water. The warm sun is reflected in the sea, the sky is partly covered by light clouds.
With the Sylt ferry to Denmark

Take a trip to the Danish island of Rømø. The Sylt ferry commutes daily between List and the Danish port of Havneby.

The beach merges into the wave-covered sea. The sun shines brightly on the sea and the beach.
Surfing

Sylt's surf offers excellent conditions for surfing. Beginners can try out the calmer Wadden Sea in the east and pros prefer the rough west coast.

A sailing boat sails towards the sunset. The sea is calm and reflects the golden sun.
Set sail

Let yourself be carried along by the wind and discover one of the most beautiful sailing areas in Germany. The sailing conditions are ideal for beginners.

A couple sits arm in arm, smiling on an open boat. The man has his finger pointed at something outside the picture. In the background are dunes and the sea.
Boat trips

To the seals, the oyster beds or rather to the surrounding islands and Halligen - get on board and experience the highlights of the North Sea.

A woman in a turquoise swimsuit and a man in blue swimming trunks splash around in the sea at sunset.
Bathing paradise on the North Sea

After a long sunbath or a long walk on the beach, there is nothing better than a refreshing dip in the North Sea.

Experiences on land

A couple walks along a wooden path through the dunes by the sea.
Walking and hiking paradise Sylt

One of the best ways to explore the island: Hiking! Breathe in the clear air while you enjoy the vastness, tranquillity and unique nature. It feels like balm for the soul.

Will it be a walk along your favorite beach, a tour through Rantum or a long loop along the elbow in the north of the island?

A woman stands smiling with a bicycle on a cobbled path. A dune landscape stretches out in the background, bathed in summer light.
Explore Sylt on two wheels

With a total of 200 km of cycle paths along the beautiful Frisian island - whether it's views of the breathtaking dune and heathland landscapes or the vast sea - Sylt will make cycling enthusiasts' eyes light up.

We offer bike rental at the A-ROSA Sylt so that you can get on the saddle directly from the resort.

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A white golf ball is placed on a green gold square, which is aimed at with a golf club.
Golfing on Sylt

The four golf clubs are spread across the entire island and impress with excellently maintained lawns and an unforgettable view of the natural landscape.

People riding horses on the beach.
Sit firmly in the saddle!
30 kilometers of bridle paths across meadows through the dunes to the beach are waiting to be explored on horseback. Or you can discover the village of Keitum on a tour of the town in a horse-drawn carriage.

Sylt from above

Long beach with rolling waves under a cloudy sky.

Sylt from above

For a very special experience, you can also discover Sylt from the air. Sightseeing flights over our beautiful island are offered with gliders, gyrocopters and motor planes. The Aero Club on the edge of Sylt Airport offers short 10-minute trial flights every Sunday in summer. Individual sightseeing flights are also possible.

Would you like an extra dose of adrenaline? Then a parachute jump might be just the thing for you. Enjoy the impressive view of the North Sea island and feel the incomparable freedom and lightness during an exciting parachute flight over the most beautiful island in the North Sea.

Aerial view of the island of Sylt with adjacent water, surrounded by clouds and a cloudy sky.
A glider on a grass field.
A man and a woman in free fall from an airplane.
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