From the parking lot at the Turfveld in De Dennen (crossroads Randweg-Westerslag) you can take a walk on the border of the dunes and the forests of De Dennen. An expert and enthusiastic guide will tell you more about the sounds from the dunes and forest. In the last light of the day, enjoy the spectacular courtship flights of the woodcock and the nightjar. A loaner binoculars can be provided free of charge if required. Registration for this excursion is required. Times: The tour starts at 9 pm and ends around 11 pm. The price for this excursion is € 25 per person. This amount will benefit the Texel Bird Island Foundation, which, among other things, realizes new bird viewing points on Texel.
3 to 10 persons
De Cocksdorp
Nature, Field trips, and Birds
children and adults
Start at the parking lot at the Turfveld in De Dennen (crossroads Randweg-Westerslag).
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At the Bird Information Centre in De Cocksdorp you are at the right address for information about bird watching, photography and filming on Texel. You can also go here for binoculars and other bird products. Information about birds In the centre you will find all kinds of information about birds. Such as the most recent sightings of birds on the island. In the centre all current sightings are clearly displayed on a large map. There is also an extensive library with bird books. Beautiful bird films are played on the large LCD TVs. And in the display cases there are many stuffed birds, which you can view up close. Shop and excursions In the Bird Information Centre you will also find a shop with nature conservation articles and binoculars. You can go here for good binoculars from Swarovski, Zeiss and Bynolyt. You will receive extensive advice about these. You are also at the right address for bird DVDs, nature books, nest boxes and feeding systems for your garden. In addition, various bird excursions depart from the Bird Information Centre. Would you like to book a bird excursion at the Bird Information Centre? Tickets are available via this website, check our agenda.
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