Texel

The island of Texel is the largest Wadden Island of the Dutch mainland. The ferry will take you from Den Helder to the island in less than 30 minutes. You may take your car, although the approximately 20-mile-long island does have its own public transport system and a good taxi-van service.

 

There are seven villages on the island; Den Burg is the island's capital. An extensive cycle path network links the villages and leads through the many nature reserves. Hop on a bike to the EcoMare Seal rehabilitation center, or to the extensive woods, and last but not least to the beachcomber museum, where a real beachcomber will show you his collection.