Food scene
Amazing take-away food within walking distance of the house or get it delivered. Delicious seafood dishes but also much more..
14 locals recommend
Restaurant 't Pakhuus
8 HavenAmazing take-away food within walking distance of the house or get it delivered. Delicious seafood dishes but also much more..
Coffee Roastery Texel
6 VismarktDelicious coffee, bread & other yummy stuff!
Local farms
Bio-dynamic farm selling delicious, organic, local produce in their shop.
9 locals recommend
Novalishoeve
46 HoornderwegBio-dynamic farm selling delicious, organic, local produce in their shop.
Sheep farm on 'de hoge berg': a unique area of Texel and beautiful farm. There is a shop where they sell cheese and meat and if the shop is closed there is a 'vending machine' where you can still get your goodies.
De Waddel
4 WestergeestSheep farm on 'de hoge berg': a unique area of Texel and beautiful farm. There is a shop where they sell cheese and meat and if the shop is closed there is a 'vending machine' where you can still get your goodies.
Nature highlights
Amazing sand plain on the southern point of the island. The sea and wind form this place, very dynamic and beautiful. Feels like you're alone on the planet!
9 locals recommend
De Hors
Amazing sand plain on the southern point of the island. The sea and wind form this place, very dynamic and beautiful. Feels like you're alone on the planet!
All year round there are birds on Texel. Grab some binoculars and a bird guide and start exploring. The east coast 'vogelboulevard', from south to north, takes you along some of the best bird-watching spots.
Vogelboulevard Texel
De RedeAll year round there are birds on Texel. Grab some binoculars and a bird guide and start exploring. The east coast 'vogelboulevard', from south to north, takes you along some of the best bird-watching spots.
There is a challenging & beautiful mountainbike path on Texel. The part in the forest is especially tough! Rent a mountainbike and try it, you will love it!
Mountainbiken op Texel
2 GerritslanderdijkjeThere is a challenging & beautiful mountainbike path on Texel. The part in the forest is especially tough! Rent a mountainbike and try it, you will love it!
City advice
Don't miss
Green walking routes
From september - march there are extra walking paths available in National Park Dunes of Texel. During the bird breeding season (march - september) the paths are closed. But during the winter months you can enjoy these adventurous paths. Check them on the map!
What to pack
Prepare for any weather
The weather on Texel can be unpredictable. Most of the time there is a lot of wind, so bring windproof, warm clothes. The sun can shine in the morning and then rain in the afternoon, best to be prepared for anything!