Den Burg
Den Burg is the largest village and the capital of Texel and home to almost half of the inhabitants of Texel. In the beautiful historic centre, you can find many authentic facades and buildings and there are plenty of shops, restaurants and terraces that make Den Burg definitely worth a visit. Did you know that the highest church tower in Den Burg can be climbed? Enjoy a great view over this lovely village.
Photo gallery of Den Burg
History
Den Burg is the largest village and the capital of Texel and home to almost half of the inhabitants of Texel. In the beautiful historic centre, you can find many authentic facades and buildings and there are plenty of shops, restaurants and terraces that make Den Burg definitely worth a visit. Did you know that the highest church tower in Den Burg can be climbed? Enjoy a great view over this lovely village.
Experience
Den Burg is also seen as the beating heart of the island. Many Texelaars work and live here, and the youth (12 years and older) goes to school here. There is much to experience in the village. There are various shops and restaurants of different types and sizes. This means that there is something for everyone. The many restaurants are only too happy to sample genuine Texel specialities.
Discover Den Burg and surroundings
Sheep farm De Waddel
Learn what it is like to be a sheep farmer on Texel!
MTB Route
A challenging MTB route through the De Dennen forest area.
E-chopper ride
Discover the beautiful villages of Texel on these sturdy and durable scooters!
De Oudheidkamer
Go back to the 16th century in this small museum in the centre of Den Burg.
Onewheelen
Durft u de uitdaging aan? Skateboard door het mooie natuur op maar één wiel!
The Oysterman
Adventurous oyster searching and harvesting under the guidance of De Oesterman.
Museum Gallery RAT
Take a look at the special art made from materials washed ashore on the beach.
Sheep Farm Texel
Discover the 25 different sheep species and find out what other fun animals live on Sheep Farm Texel.
Solex ride
Go on a solex tour through Texel with the wind blowing through your hair and a lot of fun!
Art and Craft
Beating copper, hand engraving or enamelling, from your creativity during a workshop at JC Crafts!
Tracking dogs Texel
Follow a treasure hunt workshop, an unique activity together with your dog!
Family Brewery
Come and taste the honest and artisanal beers of brewery family Diks!
Karting
Enjoying rough driving at a fast pace? Show off your driving skills during karting.
Horizontoer festival
Enjoy beautiful pieces of music by creative sailors moored in Den Burg and Oudeschild
Texel blues Festival
Discover the cosiness of Den Burg during Texelblues Festival and enjoy the beautiful music!!
Cheese farm
Enjoy the taste of real Texel cheese.
E-kickbike
Explore Texel in a sporty and fast way on these electric steps!
Den Burg
Visit Texel's largest village and discover what Den Burg has to offer.
Cinema Texel
See the latest movies at the only cinema on Texel.
Vineyard de Kroon
Visit the only vineyard of the Wadden Islands and taste the wines of Texel.
Book your stay at Texel
Enjoy a wonderful vacation on the largest Wadden Island. Go shopping in the historic center of the capital Den Burg. And don't forget to climb the church tower. Stay near Den Burg at one of the parks of De Krim Texel.
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Den Hoorn
De Koog
Oudeschild
Oosterend
De Waal
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