Places of interest
Impressive history
Lovers of culture can satisfy their curiosity about Texel’s exciting history during a visit to one of the island’s seven museums. Take a flight through the aviation history in ‘Luchtvaart- en oorlogsmuseum Texel’ or climb the ‘Vuurtoren Eierland’ on the northern tip of the island. Maybe you still have time to visit the sculpture exhibition in ‘De Wije Blik’ gardens.
Tip: Heritage Day
Gastronomic pleasures
Texel also has a great deal to offer in the way of gastronomy. There are numerous small, cosy restaurants in the picturesque villages where you can tuck into the most delicious typical Texel dishes. You should certainly not miss the world-famous Texel lamb. Peel and nibble on freshly caught shrimps and take a local product back for the people at home. You will find a wide variety of fresh products on the small stalls you will come across on your travels around the island. Take some back with you for your friends or family... it will surprise them!
Tip: Texel Culinair
One weekend every year you can really lick your lips on Texel! Enjoy the delicious dishes made from the island’s products; Surprise yourself with a wide range of unknown but delicious snacks in this delightful dish-tasting establishment. As the people from Texel say: “Taste it the way Texel people do!” Click here for more great tips!
“Texel Culinair: that really gets your mouth watering!”
Sports-loving island
People who love sport can really live it up in the vicinity of Texel. On land, in the sea or in the air – there is more than enough to do here. The daredevils among you can make a parachute jump above Texel and enjoy breathtaking views. You’d like something a little less extreme? Take your chance on the 9-holes golf course alongside the dunes. Or test your sea legs and discover how the Texel fishermen fish for shrimps in the Waddenzee. Take your surfboard and go surfing on the breakers. Who knows, you might even come across a seal. Is the weather not what it should be? Coax your friends or family to go with you on a wild ride in the indoor karting circuit.
