Summer on Texel

Experience summer on Texel

Spend some time on Texel in the summer and you are guaranteed days full of sun, sea and sandy beaches. But don't forget that Texel also has wonderful nature areas certainly worth exploring in summer. There is plenty to do and plenty to experience during this season on the largest of the Wadden islands. From swinging music festivals to educational excursions about the local fishing industry. We'd be happy to tell you more about summer on Texel.

Wadden Sea and North Sea coast and waters

The beach and the sea are of course not to be missed. Did you know that Texel has 30 kilometres of beach and more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the Netherlands? You'll find many welcoming beach pavilions with fabulous food for a meal or snack. You can also enjoy sitting on the beach with a good book. Or teaming up to build the most beautiful sand castle. Or taking time to go on a wonderful walk along the beach. For those looking for more excitement in and around the water, the possibilities are endless. Challenge yourself and brave the waves on a surfboard, SUP board (Stand Up Paddleboard) or catamaran. A really exceptional activity is eFoiling, where you fly above the water's surface on an electric hydrofoil surfboard.

Cycling and walking

Texel has an extensive network of cycling and walking paths. These lovely routes guide you through Texel's wonderful natural beauty. For exploring Texel on a bicycle, you can cycle the "Tour de Texel". This route leads you past all the best sights and gives you unmissable tips. Didn't bring a bike with you? No problem. It's easy to rent a bicycle. You an also hike and cycle on the coast at De Slufter in Duinen National Park. In this amazing nature area you might imagine you are in France. Only the colourful purple fields aren't really lavender but flowering sea asters. For those who love walking, the time on Texel will be too short. Put on your hiking boots and visit one of the nature areas that adorn the island. 

Summer activities on Texel

Texel comes alive in the summer with exciting activities. Take a trip with a shrimp boat and enjoy the catch. Always wanted to walk the mudflats during low tide? Then this is your chance. With your face in the sun and your feet in the silt. Or take a trip to see the seals and learn all about their natural habitat. But there's a lot more to do on Texel in the summer. You'll find scores of events during this season. Like the music festivals WAVES, SomPop, SunBeats, Sunny Side Up and Tropical Sea Festival. There are also a number of sports events, such as Speedweekend and Ronde om Texel. Or discover more about fishing and fishermen during HavenVisstijn.

Location of our parks on Texel

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Hotel Molenbos
Postweg 224-226, De Cocksdorp
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Golf Course De Texelse
Roggeslootweg 3, De Cocksdorp
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Swimming pool
Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp
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Holiday Park De Krim
Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp
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Campsite Kogerstrand
Badweg 33, De Koog
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Campsite De Shelter
Boodtlaan 43, De Koog
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Villa Park De Koog
Boodtlaan 80, De Koog
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Bungalow Park 't Hoogelandt
Californiëweg 443, De Koog
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Residentie Californië
Californiëweg 443, De Koog
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Campsite Loodsmansduin
Rommelpot 19, Den Hoorn
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Camping De Krim
Roggeslootweg 6, De Cocksdorp
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The best summer Texeltips

In summer, there is always plenty to do on Texel. Think about visiting the beach and take a dip in the sea. The nature reserves are also well worth a visit in summer, and the woods provide some cooling on a hot summer's day. If you love water sports, you can try your luck on Texel. In summer, there are also various sports and music events on Texel. Below you will find more activities to undertake in summer.

Solex ride

Solex ride

De Cocksdorp and Den Burg

Go on a solex tour through Texel with the wind blowing through your hair and a lot of fun!

Durpermarkt in De Cocksdorp

Durpermarkt in De Cocksdorp

De Cocksdorp
04-07-2024 - 29-08-2024

Every Thursday in summer a lively market.

Summer market in Den Burg

Summer market in Den Burg

Den Burg
03-07-2024 - 28-08-2024

You don’t want to miss these fun summer markets in Den Burg!

Kite Evening

Kite Evening

De Koog
02-07-2024 - 27-08-2024

Feel the power of the Texel wind every Tuesday in July and August during the kite evening!

Hoornder Thursday market

Hoornder Thursday market

Den Hoorn
04-07-2024 - 29-08-2024

Atmospheric market with view of the famous white church.

Speedweekend

Speedweekend

De Cocksdorp
16-06-2024 - 21-07-2024

Feel the Need for Speed during the weekend that is all about speed and competition!

Strender fish-smoking contest

Strender fish-smoking contest

Oosterend
14-09-2024

Always wanted to know how fish is smoked? Experience it at the Strender fish smoking contest! 

Sheepbreeding day

Sheepbreeding day

Den Burg
02-09-2024

Experience how farmers from both the Netherlands and abroad trade in sheep of the Texel breed.

Book your stay this summer

We have the perfect accommodation to suit every visitor. Pack up your tent, caravan or camper and stay at one of the spacious camping pitches. Or experience real glamping in an furnished tent. Would you like to have access to all amenities? Then book a chalet, hotel chalet, bungalow, apartment or hotel room. And if you want full luxury, choose a (family) villa, a wellness villa or a villa with its own pool.

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Update: 18 April 2023 14:30