and surroundings
De Cocksdorp
De Cocksdorp is the most northern village of Texel. Cozy shops and restaurants, surrounded by nature and bordering the 'Waddendijk'. Discover below what's going on in De Cocksdorp and surroundings...
Discover De Cocksdorp and surroundings
Benefietconcert
De Krim Texel organiseert een swingend benefietconcert voor de Texelse Damian! Door een zeer zeldzame hersenaandoening is de 5-jarige Damian niet in staat om zelf te lopen of te praten. Er zijn dringend...
... Together with Kidz-DJ, they'll make great performances during the big Texel Sinterklaasshow.
Of course Sinterklaas will also come, won't you?
Woolness
Woolness combines wellness with Texel wool. You are wrapped in wool and left to relax in a manger. It’s an unusual Texel experience, where you can completely recharge in...
... a cosy wolboet. You’ll be tucked in under a soft sheepswool blanket and left to dream while the natural lotion in the wool does its work. Wool baths are an ancient custom among farmers.
Location: Postweg 134, De Cocksdorp
Ponycentrum
Is your child too small for a horse? No problem! At De Krim Holiday Park’s pony centre, your child can take a short ride through the woods while you lead the pony. A lovely woodland ride near...
... the holiday park so your child has fun outdoors with the pony.
Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp
De Eiland Galerij
In De Eiland Galerij you can get acquainted with the work and world of the artist couple Niek Welboren and Kerstin Edelmann. The coastal landscape is for both an inexhaustible source of inspiration. The timeless elements...
... that surround the island are each translated in their own way into paint and clay. A visit to their "Island of Arts in the polder" is a surprising experience!
Location: Postweg 72, Zuid Eierland
Winter market
Visit the cosy winter market in Den Burg. On 27 December, in the centre of Den Burg, a nice winter market is organised with many ...
...stalls, delicacies and fire baskets to warm up nicely. A varied music program, food and drink and more. The market takes place between 14.30 and 21.00 hours. So you have plenty of time to quietly stroll past the stalls.
Location: Den Burg
Christmas market De Cocksdorp
Many villages on Texel have Christmas markets. Visit the indoor Christmas market in the Eierlandsche Huis in De Cocksdorp. Their conviviality and charming ambiance attract...
... large numbers of islanders and visitors. Don’t miss it. The Christmas markets have many stalls with home-made produce. Of course, you can warm yourself up with hot chocolate or spiced wine.
De Eilander
Beyond a doubt, sailing a catamaran is the most awesome kind of sailing, particularly when you are speeding at force 5 and 40 km/h across the water. Even if you prefer to take things more slowly...
... 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
Sight-Seeing Flight
If you want to see Texel from the air, come to Tessel Air! Anything’s possible: just enjoy the views or fly a plane yourself. See Texel from a unique angle! Tessel Air has...
... a number of craft for sight-seeing flights. You can choose between the different flight times. From the plane, you can see across the whole island!
Location: Postweg 128, De Cocksdorp
De Vriendschap
Take a day trip to Vlieland and explore the neighbouring island in your own time or go looking for seals! De Vriendschap offers an almost daily ferry service to Vlieland in the summer season, great for a day of...
... cycling or walking. The seal-watching trips take you to see the large groups of seals near Eierlandse Gat.
Location: Volharding 2A, De Cocksdorp
De Cocksdorp
De Cocksdorp is Texel’s newest village. It has several shops, restaurants and sidewalk cafés. Thursday’s “Durpermarkt” is held throughout the summer. Children can cool off in...
... the waterplay park on the square. If you visit De Cocksdorp, climb the steps on the dyke for a glimpse of the Wadden Sea, a world-heritage site. It’s a pretty view, especially when the tide is out.
Location: De Cocksdorp
Historical Room
The Eiland Gallery has preserved the former school and its surroundings in the Historical Room. Take a journey back through time. See what’s changed or...
... reminisce about your own school days. The building’s original elements are now visible. There is a focus on the history of art education and if you can squeeze onto the bench, you can draw!
Location: Postweg 72, De Cocksdorp
War Museum
Texel’s aviation and war museum gives an impressive look at the history of aviation and preserves the memories of war in a very poignant display.
Fly through aviation history and experience Texel’s dramatic war memories. In April 2018, the modernised exhibition were given better explanations of the aircraft, parts and stories.
Location: Postweg 126, De Cocksdorp
Ice-Cream at Labora
The Ice-cream Farm Labora is famous for their delicious hand made ice cream.They use milk of their own cows and when visiting Labora you can even take a look inside the cow barn. Labora has a big variety of different...
...ice cream flavours, with something for every taste. You can enjoy the ice cream on the sunny terrace from where you can watch the children play on the big trampoline or the little playground.
Location: Hollandseweg 2, De Cocksdorp
Bike Routes
140 km of bicycle paths lead across the island and offer the best possibility to get to know the real Texel. Cycle through dunes, the forest and past many of Texels most beautiful sights. You can bring your own bike...
...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!
De Slufter
De Slufter is a stunning and special nature reserve with an open connection to the north sea. De Slufter is a perfect environment to take long walks in and enjoy the landscape that the changing tides have created. If...
... there is a strong storm, the area is sometimes even entirely flooded. Many birds can be observed in De Slufter, as they like the special and quiet environment to build their nests here.
Location: De Cocksdorp, De Koog
Life Boat Day
In the May holidays, the Dutch coastguard hold their annual Life Boat Day, when the rescue stations open their doors to the public and invite them to have a look. Listen to the exciting...
... stories the crew have to tell. They are glad to explain why their work is so important. If you are a donor, you can join them in a fast life boat; if you donate on the spot, you can sail with them!
Location: Haven 26, Oudeschild and
Volharding 3, De Cocksdorp
The Meierblis
The Meierblis is a tradition on Texel. People get together around a large bonfire. Smaller fires are lit around the big one, so people can bake rolls, etc. The Meierblis dates from 1789…
... when people lit fires to chase away the winter sprites to make way for the spirits of spring and summer. The Meierblis is held on 30 April except if that is a Sunday, when it is on 29 April.
Locatie: Multiple Locations
Lighthouse
The lighthouse of Texel is located at the north of the island. Roughly 45 meters above the sea level you have a fantastic view over the North Sea, Wadden Sea, Vlieland and Texel. But also the inside of the tower is fascinating....
....The Second World War has left its marks on the old walls of the lighthouse, where the shooting holes are still visible. The lighthouse known to be the landmark of Texel.
Location: Vuurtorenweg 184, De Cocksdorp
New Year's Dip
Start the New Year with a chilly dip in the North Sea at one of the entrances to the beach at Poles 9, 20 or 28. Put on your bikini, swimsuit or trunks and take a dive with hundreds of islanders...
... and tourists for a fresh New Year. Then warm up with some nice hot traditional pea soup or a Texel dram.
Location: Paal 28, De Cocksdorp. Paal 9, Den Hoorn. Paal 20, De Koog
Ouwe sunderklaas
People who really know Texel love Ouwe Sunderklaas! This folkloric festival unfolds in the evening, in living rooms and on the streets. The islanders poke fun at events on the island. Every village still has...
... its own traditions for Ouwe Sunderklaas. Exciting events of the past year are relived by villagers in fancy dress. Afterwards, everyone reveals his or her identity and shares a drink on the streets.
Locatie: Multiple Locations
Robbentocht in 't Noorden
A Robbentocht With 100% seal guarantee. Get on board of de Vriendschap at climber at Paal 33. The most northerly part from the shallow characterizes himself by the peace and the steep sandbanks where seals like to stay and enjoy the sun...
...The passenger boat de Vriendschap sailt close by de sandbanks. A beautyful tour om world heritage the shallow is like 75 minutes sail.
Miniature Golf
De Krim Holiday Park’s indoor miniature golf course has glow-in-the-dark effects: the holes, walls and obstacles give light in the dark. The course’s theme is: An underwater world...
... 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
Climbing Gym
Klimmen Enzo offers adventure at great heights! The 4 and 8-metre walls mean there is something for everyone; the whole family (you must be at least 1.30m) can have fun here. Klimmen Enzo is located on...
... 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
Play Paradise
De Krim Holiday Park’s indoor Play Paradise is a great indoor playground for children of 10 and under. You can sit back with a cuppa while your kids can run free. The children...
... can climb, clamber, slide and jump as much as they want in the Play Paradise. This attraction is open all year round. Everyone’s welcome, even if you are not staying at the park. Admittance is free!
Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp
Bowling
De Krim Holiday Park offers fun afternoons and evening at its bowling alleys. Bowling is suitable for all ages. Never mind the weather: it’s always fun at the bowling alley. Score a strike...
... at one of De Krim Holiday Park’s 4 bowling alleys. The alleys have aids to make the game easier for children. Refreshments are available: just select something from the drinks and snacks menu.
Location: Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp
Swimming Baths
Come and try out De Krim Holiday Park’s new pool area. It has lovely indoor and outdoor pools and several spectacular slides. The eyecatchers are the three interactive waterslides...
... 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
Fitness
If you want to keep fit on holiday, visit the gym at De Krim Holiday Park. The gym at Holiday Park De Krim is open to everyone, even if you are not staying at the park. The gym has...
... 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
Paracentrum
If you’ve ever fancied a parachute jump, come to Paracentrum Texel. Learn to parachute or try a tandem jump. See Texel from a unique angle! Beginners and experienced jumpers...
... 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
Laser games
De Krim Holiday Park’s laser-game hall is dark, so watch out for obstacles as well as your opponents! Whoever hits your opponents the most often with the laser wins. Playing laser games...
... 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
Texel Links
De Texelse Links is situated in the centre of a beautiful stretch of dunes. The links is open to players of all levels. Book a tee time or take an introductory class. Experienced players and...
... 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
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All prices 2020 include VAT, reservation fee and excluding toerist tax of € 2.25 per person per night. Prices for all holiday homes and furnished tents with bathroom include final cleaning. The following applies additionally to the holiday homes and all furnished tents: including bedlinen for the 1st person, excluding mandatory bedlinen from the 2nd person and on at € 9.10 per person. Prices subject to change.
For group bookings, please contact the Booking office.
All prices 2020 include VAT, reservation fee and excluding toerist tax of € 2.25 per person per night. Prices for all holiday homes and furnished tents with bathroom include final cleaning. The following applies additionally to the holiday homes and all furnished tents: including bedlinen for the 1st person, excluding mandatory bedlinen from the 2nd person and on at € 9.10 per person. Prices subject to change.
For group bookings, please contact the Booking office.
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