Explore Texel

Explore Texel - Your Personal Guide to the Netherlands' Most Beautiful Wadden Island
Discover Texel the way the locals know it. Explore Texel is a richly visual travel companion that guides you to over 100 of the island's most breathtaking locations — from windswept beaches and ancient dunes to centuries-old forts, charming villages, and the wildlife that makes this island one of Europe's great nature destinations.
Every location comes paired with a stunning photograph and the story behind it, plus exact GPS coordinates so you can find your way there by car, bicycle, or on foot. Whether you're planning your trip from home or standing in the middle of the dunes wondering what's around the next corner, Explore Texel turns curiosity into discovery.
Available in English, German, and Dutch.
What you'll find inside:
Things To Do: Museums, the iconic TESO ferry crossing, family attractions, and authentic island experiences
Landscape: 30 km of sandy beaches, rolling dunes, heathland, and polders across Nationaal Park Duinen van Texel
Birds: Texel is one of Europe's premier birdwatching destinations; find the best spots and seasonal highlights
Monuments: Napoleonic forts, historic churches, and centuries of maritime and military history
Villages: Wander the island's characterful villages, each with its own personality and charm
Animal Kingdom: Seals on the sandbanks, the world-famous Texel sheep, hares, butterflies, and more
Built for explorers, respectful of the island!
Every location was carefully selected to be easily and legally accessible — no trespassing, no guesswork. Explore Texel encourages visitors to stay on paths and tread lightly, so this pristine island stays beautiful for the next person too.
Explore a curated selection of locations for free, with full access to all 100+ locations available via a one-time unlock.
Whether you're a first-time visitor, a returning regular, or simply dreaming of your next trip to the Wadden Sea, Explore Texel is the most beautiful way to fall in love with this island — one experience at a time.