Texel is a real nature island. All types of landscape found in the Netherlands can be found on Texel. From heathland to beach, from woods to wet dune valleys. Texel is worth exploring at any time of year.

Discover nature with a guide

Enjoy the vast nature reserves and the special plants and animals on Texel even more during an excursion with someone who can tell you all about it. You can easily book an excursion with an experienced guide via our website. In advance or during your holiday. This will take you to places that are otherwise inaccessible. Excursions are provided by Ecomare, Natuurmonumenten, Texel Excursies, TXGids, Calidris, Birding Texel or the Vogelinformatiecentrum.

Bird watching on Texel

Did you know that Texel is known as the bird-watching island of Europe? This is thanks to the island's location along the north-western coast of Europe, right in the trajectory along which many migratory birds fly. Most birds do not like to fly over the sea and therefore follow the coastline for as long as possible. The Vogelinformatiecentrum organises bird excursions for young and old led by experienced birders. You can also visit the centre for information on birds and a great shop. Klaas de Jong of Calidris picks up participants of the Birding Safari from home with the safari bus and shows them a number of beautiful nature reserves on Texel in a short time, while explaining the birds that can be seen there. Jos van den Berg of Birding Texel is also a very experienced guide with vast knowledge about birds. He gives excursions in De Slufter, De Bollekamer, De Geul or the dune area near the lighthouse. Check our overview of all bird excursions.

The Wadden Sea

Would you like to learn more about the Wadden Sea or spot seals? Then join one of the various boat trips departing from the island.

Nature excursions in the agenda

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