Villages

There are seven villages on Texel, each with its own character and look. Every single one of them is well worth a visit! Introducing: Den Burg, Den Hoorn, Oudeschild, De Koog, Oosterend, De Waal and De Cocksdorp.

Den Burg

Visit the biggest village on Texel for great shopping, good food or a relaxing drink on a terrace. Den Burg also has a beautiful church, museums and a

De Koog

De Koog is the only actual beach resort on the island. The village offers everything a tourist could wish for. After a day on the beach you can stroll to

De Cocksdorp

De Cocksdorp is the northernmost village on Texel. Surrounded by nature and bordering on Waddendijk. Experience for yourself that everything is different

Den Hoorn

Have a look around the famous white church, enjoy the colourful bulb fields, visit the theatre or one of the galleries. Den Hoorn has it all.

Oosterend

Oosterend has a beautiful village center with monumental buildings around the imposing Maartenskerk. Or take a walk through the farm walking lanes around

Oudeschild

Oudeschild is home to the Texel fishing fleet. With a cozy harbor where you can make boat trips and eat delicious fish on the terrace!

De Waal

De Waal is situated in central Texel. Enjoy strolling through the little streets along characteristic cottages and listed farmhouses. And have you met the

Eierland

Eierland is the northern part of Texel, comprising the polder of the same name and De Cocksdorp, among other places. But originally, Eierland was a

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