Westerland
Germany · Schleswig-HolsteinDE
Ortsteil of Gemeinde Sylt in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Westerland is a seaside resort and a former municipality located on the German North Sea island of Sylt. Since 1 January 2009, Westerland has been part of the municipality Gemeinde Sylt. Westerland is part of the Nordfriesland district in Schleswig-Holstein. It is the largest resort on the island, the local transportation hub and the centre of Sylt's tourist industry.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 9,032
- Coordinates
- 54.908, 8.303
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Elevation
- 5 m
Overview of Westerland
Westerland — a small settlement in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany — is worth a place on your map. Around 9,032 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around water sports, adventure and nature and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Westerland
Water Sports in Westerland
(8)Our data lists Bodyboard, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Paddleboarding and Surf as water sports options here. The category holds 8 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Westerland.
Adventure in Westerland
(1)Adventure in Westerland covers Adventure. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Westerland.
Nature in Westerland
(1)The nature shortlist for Westerland: Beaches. It is a direct read of Westerland's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Westerland
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Westerland rewards a slow approach — a hub in Schleswig-Holstein, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Berlin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Westerland that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Westerland known for?
- Travellers associate Westerland with water sports, adventure and nature. It sits in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany and counts about 9,032 residents.
- What can you do in Westerland?
- Westerland is tagged with Bodyboard, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Paddleboarding and Surf, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Westerland?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Westerland located?
- Westerland belongs to Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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