Kampener Vogelkoje auf Sylt

The Kampener Vogelkoje is a nature reserve on Sylt with roughly 10 hectares of protected land, featuring a freshwater lake and traditional duck enclosures. The site is bordered by dykes and displays the landscape features typical of this North Sea island.

The site was built in 1767 as a duck-catching facility and served this purpose for over 150 years. After operations ended, it transformed into a protected nature area and has maintained this role to the present day.

The Söl'ring Foriining organization maintains this historical site, preserving both the natural environment and the traditional duck-catching heritage of Sylt.

A loop trail winds through the site with several information points to explore along the way. Most areas are easy to access, and visitors should wear walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing.

The site preserves historical duck decoys that were reconstructed using traditional methods, showing how hunters once lured their catch. These structures are rare and offer a glimpse into a forgotten hunting tradition of the island.

Location: Kampen

Inception: 1935

GPS coordinates: 54.98639,8.36667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46