Do you want to know how Tesselaars used to live? Step into the past and experience how the inhabitants of the island lived, lived and worked in other times! In two beautiful farmhouses in the picturesque village of De Waal you will get a surprising and multifaceted picture of daily life on Texel in the past. Come close, empathize and reflect on the often hard work. Day in, day out, without facilities such as running water, electricity, telephone or a computer. A visit to Waelstee gives you an interesting insight into how things used to be, with perhaps even a touch of nostalgia for some guests. Season 2025 is all about 'Winter Fun'. In addition to the theme of Winter Fun, three crafts are also highlighted: the shoemaker, the painter and the scissor grinder. There is also an exhibition by Texel painter Marja Dros. Opening hours: from 25 February to the end of October. Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00. Sundays and public holidays from 13:30 to 17:00. Closed on Mondays. There are regular demonstrations of craft techniques and the forge is in operation on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays. Prices: adults €8.00 per person. Children from 3 to 12 years €5.00. Children under 3 years free.