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Schleswig-Holstein

North Frisia

Wenningstedt-Braderup (Sylt)

Morsum Cliff – Keitum Village loop from Wenningstedt

Routes

Bike touring routes & trails

Germany

Schleswig-Holstein

North Frisia

Wenningstedt-Braderup (Sylt)

Morsum Cliff – Keitum Village loop from Wenningstedt

Easy

4.6

(359)

2,460

riders

Morsum Cliff – Keitum Village loop from Wenningstedt

01:42

29.3km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.34 km for 252 m

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7.71 km

Historic Captain's Houses in Keitum

Highlight • Historical Site

Thanks to its many avenues, Keitum is known as the “green heart of the island” and consists of a tangle of small, idyllic alleys, old houses with picturesque, lovingly tended gardens, most of which are surrounded by the typical Frisian walls.

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14.6 km

Morsum Cliff

Highlight • Natural Monument

What an impressive play of colors ... terrific! The circular hiking trail is also recommended, bicycles are not allowed!

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14.8 km

Morsum Cliff Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Do not drive at high tide as everything is flooded

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17.6 km

Kairem Ingiwai (Keitumer Wiesenweg) – View of Anwachs Meadows

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Headwind partly strong. E-bike recommended

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21.1 km

Harhoog Megalithic Tomb

Highlight • Historical Site

The Stone Age grave Harhoog is located with the Tipkenhoog on a hill at the eastern exit of Keitum.
The Harhoog is a giant bed from the Neolithic (New Stone Age).
The mound was originally 32 m long. In the middle of the hill surrounded by boulders lay a rectangular dolmen as a stone chamber.

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21.6 km

Keitum Village

Highlight • Settlement

Keitum, often referred to as the “Frisian Jewel” of Sylt, is a picturesque village with a rich history and numerous cultural treasures. It used to be the island's most important town and is known for its magnificent captain's houses, which are still well preserved and testify to the town's prosperous past.

The village is located on the mudflat side of the island and stretches along the so-called “Green Cliff”, a steep coast covered with vegetation. Keitum is famous for its traditional thatched Frisian houses nestled in romantic gardens, as well as its shady streets lined with old trees. Visitors here can stroll along the winding paths, admire the beauty of the historic architecture and linger in exclusive boutiques and cozy tea rooms.

One of the most important historical buildings in Keitum is St. Severin Church, which was built in the early 13th century and is considered the oldest church in Schleswig-Holstein. The church and its cemetery are marked by important sculptures and the graves of many famous people, including journalist Rudolf Augstein and politician Gerhard Schröder.

Keitum is also home to several museums, including the Old Frisian House and the Sylter Heimatmuseum, which offer insights into local history and life on the island in centuries past. Particularly worth seeing are the megalithic tombs of Harhoog and Tipkenhoog, which are among the oldest archaeological sites in the region.

In addition to its historical significance, Keitum also offers a vibrant arts and crafts scene. Many artisans such as goldsmiths, weavers and potters have settled here, contributing to the village's cultural diversity. For foodies, there are numerous first-class restaurants that reinterpret traditional Frisian dishes in innovative ways.

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