The
tourism is the islands most important economic feature, with more than 800,000 guests annually and more than six million overnight stays in
hotels,
guesthouses and
holiday apartments.
Largest place on Sylt is Westerland. More than half of the islanders live in this place recognized as a Seeheilbad, located on the west coast of Sylt place. Here, as well as in the other places of the island, you will find a wide range of accommodation in hotels, guesthouses, apartment houses, holiday apartments and guest rooms and a large number of restaurants offering upscale dining options.
Sylt offers a wide range of leisure and beach facilities as well as nature experiences. More than 12,000 beach chairs are available in the summer on the 40 km long sandy beach on the west coast of the island for vacationers. Also on the Sylt east coast - in the places List, Braderup, Morsum, Munkmarsch, Rantum and Hörnum - there are excellent bathing places.
Examples of recreational facilities:
- Westerland: Seawater wave pool
- List: Aquarium and Adventure Center Forces of Nature
- Tinnum: Animal park
- Four golf courses
- Surf and Sailing Schools
Guided watt migrations to the Wadden Sea are offered by local communities, private wattlers and conservation organizations.