Daytrip to Vlieland

Want to peek at the neighbors? A day trip to Vlieland is quite an experience. You'll board the De Vriendschap (Friendship) ferry via the famous wooden jetty. Peace and quiet, a fresh sea breeze, and beautiful views make the crossing a wonderful experience. On Vlieland, a large yellow truck (the Vliehors Express) takes you from the Vliehors beach to Het Posthuys, the first house in the inhabited area. The journey takes you across a vast 12 km stretch of sand, also known as the 'Sahara of the North'. You can then spend the entire day exploring the island by bike (book in advance), bus, or on foot. Get away from it all and enjoy nature. You'll be expected back at Het Posthuys in the late afternoon, where your return journey begins. Period: From the end of April to the end of September. Cruise times: The cruise takes approximately half an hour. Tickets are available. Click on 'View times' to book. Having trouble? Then call +31222 314 741 or visit the VVV Texel shop.

Practical

  • De Cocksdorp

  • Boat tours, Tickets via VVV, and Outdoor

  • all ages and pets


Location

Volharding 2a, 1795 LH De Cocksdorp


Important to know

Children under 3 and pets are free.


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De Vriendschap

De Vriendschap

Rederij de Vriendschap is a unique cruise and ferry company in the north of Texel near De Cocksdorp. You board via the sturdy, self-built jetty from the beach. Rederij de Vriendschap sails day trips between Texel and Vlieland and offers unique seal watching tours. The Tours In addition to seal watching tours, the company also offers day trips between Texel and Vlieland during peak season. These seal watching tours are in the most beautiful nature reserve in Europe, according to Rederij de Vriendschap. The Vriendschap is the only passenger ship that sails this unique part of the Northern Wadden Sea. Thanks to the tranquility of the area and the high, steep sandbanks, groups of seals like to come to the exposed sandbanks to enjoy the sun and tranquility. They are familiar with the blue silhouette of the Vriendschap, and the ship can get up close to the animals. The Area The area, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is special and incredibly beautiful. This way you can see far and at low tide you can see many seals on the sandbanks. Did you know that this area is the only place on Texel where you can still see truly large groups of seals? Do you want to be sure of seeing seals? The Seal Tour has a 100% seal guarantee. The tour lasts about 75 minutes. If you have any questions, you can always ask the sailor.

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