De Cocksdorp

De Cocksdorp is Texel's northernmost village. You will find cosy shops and restaurants in this village. De Cocksdorp is surrounded by nature and borders the Wadden dyke. Many sights and activities on Texel are easily accessible from De Cocksdorp, such as the lighthouse, the dunes and various nature reserves. The extensive beach near the lighthouse is the place-to-be for beach activities, there is plenty of space. There is always something to see on the beach at Paal 33. From the seals on the sandbanks to the neighbouring island of Vlieland, from the authentic beach houses to the catamaran sailors. The surroundings of the village are rich in birds, which can be spotted during the various walking routes. For this reason, the Bird Information Centre can also be found here.