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Water sports

Would you like to enjoy water sports on Texel? This can be done in many ways! Discover the many activities on Texel's water.

Surfing

There are various hotspots for windsurfers and kite surfers around the island, both along the North Sea side and on the Wadden coast. Wave surfers are mainly active along the beaches of De Koog. There are limited options for water skiing at Oudeschild. Catamaran sailors can also sail around Texel to their heart's content.

Sailing

Are you coming to Texel with your own boat? Then you can go to Waddenhaven Texel. This modern harbor has many facilities and offers berths for small and large yachts.

Swimming

Do you just want to have a nice swim, in the sea or in a pool? A good swimming opportunity is always close by on Texel. Experience it yourself!

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Surf kayaking and surf rafting

Looking for a spectacular trip? Then Branding Kayaks or Brandingraften is exactly what you are looking for! Discover your own muscle power and surf the

Surfer bij zonsondergang fotograaf Rene Pop VVV Texel

Sailing and surf boarding

Texel is one of the finest catamaran venues in the Netherlands, with the ‘Ronde om Texel’ (Round Texel) race in June – the world’s biggest catamaran event.

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Swimming

On holiday you naturally want to have a nice swim. This is possible in many places on Texel. Take a dip in the sea or swim a length in an outdoor swimming

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