Visit Fort de Schans

This historic fort is freely accessible. Walk across the star-shaped fort and enjoy the Texel landscape. Fort de Schans was commissioned by William of Orange to protect Texel against the Spaniards. In 1811 Napoleon had the fort enlarged and fortified with two neighboring forts: fort Lunette and fort de Redoute. You can also visit the fort under the guidance of a guide. Please contact Museum Kaap Skil for this.

Where: Schansweg, Oudeschild.
Opening times: from sunrise to sunset.
Free access.