De Krimbos

The Krimbos a beautiful hiking route through the forest.

Hikingroute Krimbos and Hanenpad

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Download a free hiking trail for a hike Durperrondje. The 5 km walk will take you to the most beautiful parts of Dorpzicht & De Cocksdorp.

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The North-Holland path has 16 stages and two of them are on Texel. The path starts in De Cocksdorp, where you immediately start the first stage.

Walk from De Cocksdorp to De Waal along the North-Holland path

<p>Whether you want a short or a long walk: Texel is a wonderful hiking island! On this page you will find an overview of the best walking routes on Texel. Choose your favourite walk and download the route description for free.</p>

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Looking for a nice hike on Texel? On this page you will find an overview of the nicest walking routes on Texel. Download the route descriptions

Hiking trails

Romantisch wandelen door De Slufter VVV Texel fotograaf Justin Sinner

The staff at VVV Texel are real locals, who give every visitor information about the island. They know the most beautiful walks on Texel like no other.

Hiking tips from VVV Texel employees

Wandelen in De Slufter VVV Texel fotograaf Justin Sinner

On Texel, there are many different nature reserves: sandbars, salt marshes, mudflats, dunes, woodlands, old salt marsh creeks and meadow bird reserves in

Walks in wildlife areas

Wandelen op het strand VVV Texel fotograaf Kaz Paul van The Hike

Walking on the beach of Texel is truly special.  Between sea and dunes, you can fully enjoy the wind, sun, and smells and sounds of the sea.

Walks on the beach

Wandelen in de duinen met hond

Nothing beats a walk through the dunes of Texel. A lovely stroll through the valleys and dune woods. With the occasional short climb for the most stunning

Walks in the dunes

Walking the dog in the woods

There are two woodlands where you can enjoy great walks: Krimbos in the north and De Dennen near De Koog. Read more about these beautiful woodlands.

Walks in the woods

Hiking near the lighthouse

Texel is a walkers’ paradise. With such a varied landscape, there are all kinds of walks to choose from. We’ve lined up five trail tips for you.

Explore the outdoors: 5 walking tips

Kinderen spelen in het bos De Dennen

For children, Texel is a real hiking island. There are shorter routes that are also passable with a pram.

Hiking with children

Wandelen met hond op Texel VVV Texel fotograaf Kaz Paul van The Hike

Dogs are welcome on Texel. Do you want to walk through the dunes or relax on the beach? Experience the ideal environment for you and your four-legged

Walking with dogs

Uitzicht over de landerijen naar Den Hoorn VVV Texel

Walk on the three hiking trails across Texel's farmland. All walks are about farmland and start at the village square in Den Hoorn. Read more about the

Walks across farmland and meadows

Kluut met jong VVV Texel fotograaf Nicole van As

The breeding season on Texel runs from 1 March to 1 September. During this season, some footpaths are closed and dogs must be kept on a lead.

Walks in the breeding season

Geocaching in het bos VVV Texel

Geocaching is a treasure hunt walk with a GPS receiver. Discover the Myth of Texel via this unique geocaching tour.

Geo-caching

Lange wandeling maken op Texel VVV Texel fotograaf Kaz Paul van The Hike

View the extra long walking tours on Texel. Here you will find routes and more information. Specially selected by VVV Texel.

Long-distance walks

Uitwaaien op het strand VVV Texel Fotograaf Ulrike Fuths

The summer is over and autumn is with us. This is perhaps the most beautiful time of the year for many people who love Texel.

Enjoy the fresh air

VVV en Wandelbond

VVV Texel is a proud partner of the Royal Dutch Walking Association. Together, we are encouraging more people to discover our beautiful island by foot.

Walking Association and VVV Texel

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In National Park Dunes of Texel, you will not only find a lot of nature, but also green trails. They can be recognised by the green heads.

The green routes of Texel

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Explore Texel via 250 km of walking network. Plan your route or purchase the Island Routes at VVV Texel.

Texel walking network: routes, junctions and tips

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The best hiking routes on Texel, the hiking island par excellence

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Hiking trails

Hikingroute Krimbos and Hanenpad

Hiking trail Field names on Texel

Walk from De Cocksdorp to De Waal along the North-Holland path

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