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Coast Coast · North Frisian Islands · 17 m

Morsum cliff

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    Morsum Cliff
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A nature reserve since 1923, various layers of earth millions of years old can be observed at a height of 20 metres on the Morsum cliff.

In addition, many areas of the cliff are under monument protection, as the Morsum Cliff is one of the best-preserved prehistoric cultural landscapes in Schleswig-Holstein. Traces of settlements from the Stone, Bronze, Viking and Roman periods have been found here in a very small area.

The Morsum Cliff is definitely worth a visit, whether you are on a historical discovery tour or simply want to enjoy Sylt's nature.

Public transport

Nearest bus stop: Kleinmorsum (bus route 4, approx. 1.8 km from Morsum-Kliff)

Directions

The Morsum cliff is located at the eastern tip of Sylt and can be reached via the Nösistich road.

Parking

Free parking is available directly at Morsum-Kliff.

Coordinates

DD
54.876372, 8.461018
DMS
54°52'34.9"N 8°27'39.7"E
UTM
32U 465416 6081167
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Hiking Trail · Sylt
Morsum Cliff Hike
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 3.5 km
Duration 0:53 h
Ascent 18 m
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from Lynn Scotti,   Sylt Marketing GmbH
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Distance 3.6 km
Duration 0:32 h
Ascent 13 m
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