Get active on Texel

 …starts at t Horntje near the ferry port, then leads across the entire west coast of Texel and then finally finishes in Den Burg. Are you ready to take on this challenge?

 ... are being organised. Whether it is yoga in the dunes or an exiting music line-up, WAVES has it all. The Festival aims at putting a playful focus on sustainability and mindfulness, while offering everyone a weekend full of activities and fun. A beachfestival with everything that belongs to it.

Locatie: Ruyslaan 96, 1796 AZ, De Koog. 

... off-road, with tracks on sand, grass, shell paths and mud. The course runs through De Nederlanden, De Muy, De Slufter, Bleekersvallei and the woodland close to De Koog.

Location: Badweg 33, De Koog

 ... On Texel begins at the ferry and passes lots of amazing wildlife areas. The course ends with a festive welcome in Den Burg. It’s a great spectator event too.

Location: Pontweg 1, Den Hoorn

 ... or Texel guest looks forward to the annual SunBeats at Pole 17. What could be better than sun, sand and music with famous DJs at the turntables? The festival is 18+.

Location: Strand Paal 17

Ruyslaan 96, De Koog

... a run organised by the regional athletics union; runners come from near and far. The event is famous for its good atmosphere and small-scale approach. Distances: 21 km, 10.6 km and 5 km.

Location: De Waal

... of rugged biking. This technically challenging route features short, tight bends along bumpy, narrow paths with sand or deep hollows every now and then.

…hexathlon, race along the beach in blokarts, or get on a tandem and discover Texel in a very special way! The possibilities are endless – for big or small groups, Teambuilding Texel is the place to go!

…can be booked for 1 person or more on fixed days and times. Get going with blokarting, e-skating, paintballing, power kiting, or offshore kayaking and rafting!  

... This 9-hole course is shared by grazing cattle. This links features natural obstacles, including the inner dyke, the cow tunnel and the water, of course! It’s a real rural challenge

Location: Zwinweg 1, Oosterend 

... and the whitewater slide. There’s a spraypark and toddling pool for the youngest visitors, so it’s a guarantee for fun.

Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp

 ... Texel’s elements. Race Blokart across the sand or venture out on the North Sea in a raft. If you come with a group, you can try Expedition Robinson, the Highland Games or the Myth of Texel. 

Location: Ruyslaan 98, De Koog

...and a wide range of paths are waiting to be explored. The National Forest Service built 180 kilometres of footpaths on Texel. And Society for the Preservation of Nature has very pretty routes too.

Location: Multiple Locations

 ... wanted to try surfing? Texel is the best place in the Netherlands for taking a class! Foamball’s dedicated teachers have classes at all levels, for adults and children. 

Location: Paal 19, De Koog

... on a Solex bike. You can cover about 60 km in 4 hours. And you won’t be troubled by the head wind. Another option is the Solex tandem.

Location: Postweg 79/83, De Cocksdorp

Maricoweg 4, Den Burg

... are welcome at Paracentrum Texel. Would you dare to try a tandem jump? Complete courses are available, but independent parachuting is an option too.

Location: Postweg 128, De Cocksdorp

 ... Glow-in-the-dark miniature golf - could it be any cooler? Miniature golf has never been so much fun! To make this game even more spectacular, wear white or fluorescent clothes or 3-D glasses. 

Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp

 ... you can learn the basics of horse-riding. If you’re an experienced equestrian, you can take part in one of a whole host of activities at the stables, including rides on the beach and evening rides.

Location: Bosrandweg 252, De Koog

... is exciting family entertainment! But look out! The other team is not the only thing you’re fighting. Technological effects and human imagination are well matched in this futuristic game.

Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp

... De Krim Holiday Park; everyone is welcome, even if you are not staying at the park. This 4-wall climbing gym offers about 2 hours of entertainment.

Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp

... go karting, kids’ karting, miniature golf, eat and drink, play in the playground and relax in the sun in the picnic meadow. There’s something for everyone!

Location: Akenbuurt 14, Den Burg

... Learn to kitesurf on lovely Texel. Follow courses of 1, 2, 3 or 4 days at Kitesurf Texel. Individual lessons are also available while experienced kitesurfers have the chance to learn fab “tricks”.

Location: Paal 17, De Koog

... enthusiastic beginners are all welcome to play a round. This exceptional course has dunes, water features and large greens. If you have never played before, take an introductory lesson.

Location: Roggeslootweg 3, De Cocksdorp

...or simply rent one. Too much wind for cycling? Rent an E-bike instead! Sportive cyclist can enjoy the special and challenging nature paths. Texels biking routes have something to offer for everyone!

... sailing in a catamaran is an unparalleled experience. Everyone is welcome at De Eilander: young, old, experienced or new to the sport. De Eilander offers a varied range of classes and courses.

Location: De Volharding 6, De Cocksdorp

... the holiday park so your child has fun outdoors with the pony. 

Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp

... weight-lifting equipment for training all muscle groups. There are rowing machines, bikes, elliptical trainers, a treadmill and other gear, including dumbbells, bars, a bench press, etc.

Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp

 ... you’ll speed across the waves. Get your kicks as you feel the full force of this powerboat. The Bruuzer can also be hired to take you Den Helder, Vlieland and Terschelling.

Location: Maricoweg 8, Den Burg

 ... in De Toekomst every Saturday night. Dance the night away or have a drink! Some of the parties at this venue have themes, the favourites being: Après Ski, Flirt Night, Foam Party and Tropical Dance Party. 

Location: Dorpsstraat 20, De Koog