Amrumer Leuchtturm-Tage

The Lighthouse — Amrum's Landmark

The Amrumer Leuchtturm in Wittdün is one of Germany's most famous lighthouses: commissioned in 1875, 41.8 meters high, it is the tallest accessible tower on the German North Sea coast. Those who climb the 297 steps are rewarded with a unique view over the entire island of Amrum, the neighboring islands of Föhr, Sylt, and the Halligen islands of Hooge and Langeneß. On clear days, the view extends to the Danish coast.

17th Edition

The Leuchtturm-Tage have been celebrated annually for over 17 years. 2026 marks the 17th edition — and thus an established tradition linked to the lighthouse's 150th anniversary (2025). The event aims to make Wittdün's landmark more visible and offer a summer highlight for island vacationers.

Three Days of Island Festival

Over the three days, several activities will take place simultaneously:

• Extended Lighthouse Opening Hours — daily 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (instead of the usual shorter summer opening hours)
• Festival Area at the Lighthouse — with snack stands, beer garden, drinks, crêpes, fish rolls
• Market Stalls — featuring island crafts, souvenirs, and maritime art
• Live Music with Danny Guitar — a well-known Amrum musician who enhances the festive atmosphere with his guitar and voice
• Children's Drawing Competition — submit drawings daily by 12:00 PM, award ceremony on the last day at 2:00 PM

Children's Drawing Competition

A drawing competition with attractive prizes is organized especially for children aged 4 and up:

• Amrum Hoodie as the main prize for the most beautiful drawings
• Family trip with MS Eilun (classic excursion boat)
• Family ticket for the AmrumBadeland (indoor swimming pool on the island)

Participation: Drawing and craft sheets are available at the festival area. Drawings are accepted daily until 12:00 PM, with the award ceremony taking place on the last day of the festival at 2:00 PM.

Wittdün on Amrum — The South of the Island

Wittdün is the southernmost of Amrum's three municipalities (along with Nebel and Norddorf) and also the main center for island tourism. It's home to the ferry port, the island's tourist information center, and the lighthouse. With around 700 inhabitants, Wittdün is small — but during the summer months, the population triples due to holiday guests. Amrum belongs to the district of Nordfriesland and is part of the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park (UNESCO World Heritage).