8.2 Very good


Wander through Den Hoorn

There's so much to tell about the rich history and beautiful surroundings of Den Hoorn. Guide Paul Dekker takes you on a journey of discovery you won't soon forget. This special excursion begins at Paul's home, where he displays his self-curated museum collection. He'll show you, for example, antiquities he encounters during his daily forays as a beachcomber/treasure hunter/amateur archaeologist. During the walk through and around Den Hoorn, we'll explore prehistory, the Dutch East India Company (VOC) period, and World War II. Paul knows all about military matters, such as the location of bombs and downed planes. He also has knowledge of the medicinal and edible plants you'll encounter in the landscape. He'll take you along surprising paths you wouldn't easily find on your own. The excursion lasts a full three hours, and experience shows that those hours fly by! Please note: This excursion requires a minimum number of participants. In the event of insufficient participants or bad weather, you will be notified in advance whether the excursion can take place. This tour is offered in Dutch. Times: Thursdays and the last Sunday of the month from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Price: €20.00. Tickets are available; click on "View times" to book. Having trouble? Please call +31 222 314 741 or visit the Texel Tourist Information Office.

Practical

  • 2 to 6 persons

  • Den Hoorn

  • Field trips, Cultural, Tickets via VVV, and Outdoor

  • all ages and pets


Location

The excursion starts at Paul's home: Stolpweg 3, 1797 AW, Den Hoorn.


Important to know

This tour will take place with a minimum of 2 participants. Age: from 8 years. Dogs are allowed. The excursion is not wheelchair accessible and is given in Dutch.


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Guest reviews

8.2

Very good
Activity
8.1
Hospitality
8.4
Price/quality
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Prachtige informatieve zwerftocht rond Den Hoorn

Paul ontvangt je hartelijk in zijn huiskamer museum. Dit staat overvol met gevonden (zeldzame) attributen. Zijn verhalen zijn prachtig en de wandeling is goed te doen naar de bunker. Zeker een aanrader.

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de gids maakt de wandeling bijzonder

De gids is iemand die je bij blijft en waarvan het heel mooi is om die te hebben ontmoet. Het gaat om zijn kennis en de dingen die hij beleefd heeft of hem overkomen zijn en waarover hij vertelt. En je hoort heel veel over Den Hoorn en omgeving, maar dat verwacht je ook. Het eerstgenoemde is een hele grote extra.

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Paul heeft veel interessants op veel gebieden te vertellen

De start van de excursie was bij Paul thuis waar zijn vondsten overal zijn uitgestald. Daarna naar de duinen waar zijn kennis bleek over herkomst van benamingen op Texel, oude tijden, planten, jutten, vliegtuigen(neergestort), bommen en bunkers. Er was tijd genoeg voor vragen en ook was het erg leuk om met Paul te sparren over de (voorspelde) toekomst van de aarde.

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