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Texel
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Texel is the largest and most accessible of the West Frisian Islands, offering a blend of coastal beauty and rural charm. The island’s landscape is a patchwork of dunes, polders, forests, and farmland, crisscrossed by cycling paths and hiking trails. Visitors come for the wide, uncrowded beaches, the bird-rich Wadden Sea mudflats, and the relaxed pace of life. The main town, Den Burg, is a hub of shops and restaurants, while De Koog is the beach resort with bars and hotels. Other villages like Oudeschild and De Cocksdorp have harbors and lighthouses. Distinctive experiences include seal-watching tours, lamb-spotting in spring, and sampling local lamb and cheese. The island’s compact size makes it easy to explore by bike or bus, and the ferry ride from Den Helder adds a sense of adventure.
Don't miss
- Cycle the entire island on the 60-km Texelpad route
- Visit the Ecomare seal sanctuary and aquarium
- Explore the historic center of Den Burg with its 15th-century church
- Take a guided mudflat walking tour on the Wadden Sea
- Relax on the beaches of De Koog or the quieter Paal 17
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Texel
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way in3‑Hour E‑Fatbike Adventure on Texel – Dunes & Scenic Trails4.5★ · 10 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$35 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFull day tour to Texel - Friesian Islands - from Amsterdam4.9★ · 39 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$291 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleDay Trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans Windmills and Volendam5★ · 12 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$489 per personSee dates →More attractions in Texel