
Join guide Gelein Jansen on this interesting excursion. Eighty-one years ago, Texel was the last battleground in Europe during the Second World War due to the Georgian Uprising. The group of Georgians working for the German occupiers on Texel rose up at the end of the Second World War. They turned against the Germans with bloody consequences. The war on Texel was only over 15 days after the national liberation, on May 20. During this excursion, Gelein will take you back in time. Please note: a minimum number of participants applies to this excursion. In the event of too few participants or bad weather, you will be informed in advance whether the excursion can take place. This excursion is conducted in Dutch. Time: 10:30 AM Cost: €10.00 per person (ages 12 and up). Tickets are available; click on ‘View times’ to book. Having trouble? Then please call +31222 314 741 or visit the VVV Texel shop.
10 to 25 persons
Den Burg
Hikes, Cultural, and Tickets via VVV
all ages, wheelchair accessible, and pets



The excursion starts at the Vismarkt, next to the entrance of ‘t Schoutenhuys, 1791 CD Den Burg.
This excursion takes place with a minimum of 6 participants. Age: from 12 years. Dogs are allowed. The excursion is wheelchair accessible and is given in Dutch.
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