#560 European Rank

Kampen Beach

Sylt, Germany•North Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Bin im Garten (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.25/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

18.5°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€50/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Rocky Cove

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Sylt · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Refreshing Plunge

Jan

3.8°C

Air 13°C

Feb

3.0°C

Air 14°C

Mar

4.1°C

Air 16°C

Apr

7.0°C

Air 19°C

May

11.0°C

Air 22°C

Jun

14.7°C

Air 25°C

Jul

17.3°C

Air 27°C

Peak

Aug

18.5°C

Air 27°C

Sep

16.2°C

Air 25°C

Oct

12.5°C

Air 22°C

Nov

8.9°C

Air 18°C

Dec

5.8°C

Air 15°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 18.5°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Germany Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality3.9 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Kampen Beach

Germany's most fashionable island beach runs beneath the glowing ochre face of Sylt's Red Cliff.

Destination Advisory & Classificationhigh wave / surf hazard — non-swimmable shorebreak

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Wooden stairs and pathways leading over the Red Cliff (Rotes Kliff) dunes from designated car parks

•Protected Status / Environment: Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park / UNESCO World Heritage margin

•Notable Feature: Famous North Sea beach sections (such as Buhne 16 and Kaamps7) set against the 30-meter-high Red Cliff and Sylt heathland

Official Tourism Authorities:germany.travel sylt.de

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Sylt. Accessible via regional coastal roads (54.950°N, 8.340°E).

•Bracing North Sea swimming with strong surf and tides.

•The red-ochre cliff and heath of Germany's most fashionable northern island.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Sylt, Germany.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kampen Beach

What is the water temperature at Kampen Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Kampen Beach averages 18.5°C (65°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Kampen Beach?

Kampen Beach is classified as a rocky cove shoreline located in Sylt, Germany.

Is Kampen Beach good for families with kids?

Kampen Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Kampen Beach?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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