Destination guide

Delight in the waterfront landscape of Texel Island

The parks and island views create a pretty picture of Texel Island. This city's cycling, bird watching and kitesurfing draw many visitors. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.

Activities

Activities and attractions in and around Texel Island

Are you hoping to find attractions to see while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that Texel Island has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

  • Ecomare (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
  • Golfbaan Ooghduyne (13.2 mi / 21.3 km)
  • Landgoed Hoenderdaell (15.3 mi / 24.7 km)
Natural features

Exploring the natural features in Texel Island

Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Texel Island is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

  • Dunes of Texel National Park (2.1 mi / 3.3 km)
  • De Koog Beach (2.9 mi / 4.6 km)
  • Vuurtorenweg Texel Beach (6.5 mi / 10.5 km)
  • Callantsoog Beach (18.3 mi / 29.4 km)
How to get there

Transport to and around Texel Island

The nearest airport is in Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol), located 53.7 mi (86.4 km) from the city centre.

How many holiday rentals are available around Texel?

Our 2019 accommodation listings offer a large selection of 113 holiday lettings around Texel. From 41 Houses to 23 Bungalows, find unique self catering accommodation for you to enjoy a memorable stay with your family and friends for a long holiday or a weekend break.

What are the most popular destinations to visit in Texel?

There are many lovely places to stay for a long holiday or just a weekend break in Texel. From HomeAway travellers, the popular destinations to visit are:

  • De Cocksdorp: 113 holiday homes
  • Medemblik: 233 holiday homes
  • De Koog: 121 holiday homes
  • Warmenhuizen: 1,086 holiday homes
  • Julianadorp aan zee: 99 holiday homes

HomeAway offers you the possibility to discover many other popular destinations in Texel! Please use our search bar to access the selection of self catering accommodations available in other popular destinations.

What are the main cities to discover in Texel?

Whether you are travelling solo or with family and friends, here are the cities in Texel with the largest selection of holiday lettings for a perfect city break:

  • De Cocksdorp: 113 holiday lettings
  • Medemblik: 233 holiday lettings
  • De Koog: 121 holiday lettings
  • Warmenhuizen: 1,086 holiday lettings
  • Waarland: 1,016 holiday lettings

For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of holiday homes available.

What are the most popular points of interest and landmarks to stay near in Texel?

HomeAway offers a large selection of holiday lettings near great places to visit in Texel. From HomeAway travellers, the top popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

  • Den Helder Station: 818 holiday rentals
  • Callantsoog Beach: 1,520 holiday rentals
  • Wadden Sea: 1,102 holiday rentals
  • De Koog Beach: 484 holiday rentals
  • Eureka Orchideeën & Vogelbush: 454 holiday rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Texel listed on HomeAway where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection of holiday accommodations.