Kampen combines windswept North Sea shores with the quieter Wadden Sea side in a way that reflects its position on Sylt’s narrow northern stretch. To the west, the Rotes Kliff forms a long red-brown coastal bluff, while the east faces the tidal Wadden Sea, part of the UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea World Heritage Site. The Uwe Düne, rising 52.5 metres, is Sylt’s highest natural elevation and overlooks heath and dunes. Kampen’s low, reed-thatched houses preserve Frisian building traditions, while its cafés and seasonal life give the settlement a distinctly Sylt character. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Sylt and the Wadden Sea coast.
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