Saturday, November 15, 2025 Texel is the radiant center of the national Sinterklaas arrival. The steamboat will dock that day in the harbor of Oudeschild, where Saint Nicholas will be given a festive welcome. The steamboat will dock in the harbor of Oudeschild around 12:00 noon. The event grounds will open at 9:00 am. Those planning to attend are advised to leave for the harbor early: it promises to be busy along the quay! Texel will play a prominent role in the popular Sinterklaas news program surrounding the arrival. Broadcasts begin Monday, November 10, and run until Friday, December 5. Merel Westrik will present the TV program, just like last year, and Stephanie van Eer will report from the quay during the arrival. NTR will broadcast the arrival live starting at 12:00 noon on NPO Zapp (NPO 3). For information about accessibility and any additional measures, visit texel.nl/sinterklaas