Museum Waelstee, located in an authentic farmhouse in the village of De Waal, provides a multifaceted picture of life on Texel in the past. Each year, one of the central themes of Arable Farming, Pasture Farming, Flower Bulb Cultivation or Transport is prominently presented in different guises. Exhibition and documentary about, among other things: flood disaster 1953, carriages and wagons, flax and madder cultivation on Texel, old-fashioned toys and showcases with wagon miniatures. There is also an exhibition 'Geloven op Texel' (Believe on Texel). Opening hours: from the first Tuesday in March to 31 October. Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Sundays and public holidays from 1.30 pm to 5 pm. Demonstration forge and craft techniques every Tuesday from 2 pm - 4 pm. Costs: adults € 7.00 per person. Children from 4-12 years € 4.00. Children under 3 years free. Tickets are available, click on ‘View times’ to book or visit the store of VVV Texel.
De Waal
Cultural and Museums
all ages
Museum Waelstee. Hogereind 6, 1793 AG, De Waal.
Dogs are allowed on a leash. Children under 3 and Museum card holders (Museumjaarkaart) are free. There are no time slots. On Tue. up to Sat. you can visit by between 10 am - 5 pm and on Sundays and public holidays between 1.30 pm - 5 pm.
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In Museum Waelstee, located in an authentic farmhouse, the emphasis was initially on preserving the history of farm life on Texel. Over the years, the museum continued to expand the exhibition space, depot and workshop. The museum provides a multifaceted picture of life on Texel in the past. Each year, one of the central themes of Arable Farming, Pasture Farming, Flower Bulb Cultivation or Transport is prominently presented in different guises. The museum is open from March to October on Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm. On Sundays and public holidays from 1.30 pm - 5 pm. Closed on Mondays.
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