Summer vacation on Texel

Popular island in the summer

Texel is the most popular island in the Netherlands for a wonderful summer holiday. And that is not without reason, because during a warm summer it is wonderful to stay here. Sunbathing, digging pits with the children on the beach or swimming in the sea is another summer holiday on Texel. And ... there is really plenty to do on the island. 

Summer holidays by region

The summer holidays are not the same for all schools, due to the distribution of the three regions in the Netherlands, not everyone goes to Texel at the same time on summer holidays. However, the demand for a Texel holiday during that period remains high and it is wise not to wait too long to book your summer holiday on Texel. The sooner you book, the more choice you have in the availability of our accommodations. 

Texel "the Ibiza of the north" in the summer

Sun, sea and beach that is what you can expect from a summer holiday on Texel. Our largest Wadden Island, with the highest number of hours of sunshine in the Netherlands, is a summer destination pur sang. Texel is also called ‘ the Ibiza of the north ’. All things considered, Texel does not have much to do with Ibiza. Texel is affordable and easy to do by bicycle. It has no mountains and, with its green meadows, is typical Dutch. The holiday accommodations that you will find in our offer are all located in and around the village of De Koog.

Luxury and comfort

Even if you spend the majority of your Texel summer holidays on the beach, some luxury in your holiday home is never gone. It is nice that in the kitchen of your bungalow, in addition to a coffee machine, there is also a microwave and convection oven. And what about air conditioning and comfortable box spring beds? After spending a day uncomfortable on the beach sand, taking a long bike ride or climbing in the climbing park, a good bed is a real treat for your body. The holiday homes and apartments that you will find in our offer are privately owned. That is why every home is different. Take a look at our offer and choose the property, with the best facilities for you. If you want a lovely apartment with a sea view, our Juliana apartments in De Koog are ideal. Prefer a villa park, Honeysuckle on the edge of De koog is waiting for you. And if you want a bit more in nature and delicious luxury, take a look at our luxury villas De Buytenplaats, Duynzoom or Waalerburght.

Family and dog

It can be quite busy during the summer holidays on Texel. For you and your family, that is quite fun, a little life in the brewery. For your dog, all the hustle and bustle, combined with the heat, can be a bit too much. To keep it waiting for you during your shopping, not in the sun in front of a supermarket or in the car, it is best to look for a holiday home with a large enclosed garden. You can find several in our offer. This way not only you have a good time, but also your pet. Your four-legged friend can fully indulge on Texel. the great thing about Texel is that we are not fond of holidaymakers with dogs. Your four-legged friend is welcome on terraces and many restaurants. And if your dog wants to go crazy and run on the beach, always check whether there is an obligation to leash.

Parking, public transport in the summer

Parking can be difficult during the summer holidays on Texel, due to the crowds. Paid parking is also available in the villages and at beachbeats. At our apartment complexes and of course also at your bungalow or holiday home, it is not only free, but also safe. The island has two public transport services: Connexxion and Texelhopper. The Connexxion bus shuttles back and forth, from the ferry port, to De Koog and visits Den Burg. Texelhopper has about 130 stops and can also be ordered by appointment. With Texelhopper you can easily hop to any village or attraction. Paid parking is available in all public places, beach auctions. Order a Texel vignette online (day ticket or weekly ticket) and avoid an expensive ticket.

Nature in the summer holidays

During the summer, the exuberant bloom of spring and the bustle in the breeding colonies is already a long way past. Instead, the bright sun, singing crickets and praying birds of prey and ice have come. One of the most beautiful areas to visit during the summer holidays on Texel is De Slufter. In the warm months, the English grass and the sea grid color the salt marshes in beautiful lilac and purple shades. Summer is also an ideal time for a mudflats or a boat trip. If you want, you can encounter the white-beaked dolphin and watch the seals sunbathe on the sandbanks. Shrimp fishing or a tough activity is also fun to do.

Walking and cycling

As beautiful and nice as it is on the beach, Texel is too good not to walk and / or cycle for a few days. There is always a nice breeze on the island, so you can also quietly grab the bike during the summer holidays, without the sweat gushing from all sides. The island has a bicycle break network of more than 140 km of cycle path. The nodes contain clear information boards with clear information about to do's and distances. In the National Park De Duinen van Texel, the walking routes are indicated with colored posts.

Sightseeing

For anyone who wants to see something more than just the beach during their Texel summer holiday, there is plenty to see and experience on the island. Lighthouse Eierland, for example. This beacon near De Cocksdorp is not only a challenge to climb, but also gives way to fun exhibitions. Ecomare, just south of De Koog, is also a real ‘ must see ’ as well as swimming paradise Calluna with its rapids and slides. Of a completely different caliber, is the covered wagon ride or ride on the back of a horse, through the De Waal nature reserve. For a complete Texel impression, a holiday is certainly not enough.

Book online

During your summer holidays on Texel, the employees of Texel holidays are available every day to make you feel completely at home.  If you want to know something about the island, feel free to ask us, after all we are the experts in Texel holidays. Fancy Texel? Book your summer holiday on Texel at Texel holidays now and cheaply.