Night away Texel

Really get away from the hustle and bustle for a bit? Book a night on Texel and experience the ultimate island feeling.
As soon as the ferry leaves the port of Den Helder, you leave the everyday hustle and bustle behind. Enjoy a spontaneous overnight stay on Texel, where nature, hospitality and coziness come together. Whether you choose a romantic night away on Texel for the two of you, an inexpensive night on Texel with the family or an outing with the dog – the island has something for everyone.

Overnight getaway Texel

Anyone who still remembers the mnemonic ‘TVTAS’ knows that Texel together with Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog the (inhabited) represent the Dutch Wadden Islands. With an area of 170 square kilometers, Texel is the largest of the five, so plenty to explore during an overnight stay! The island belongs to the province of North Holland; from Den Helder, ferry company TESO operates the crossing almost every hour.

Villages with character

Texel has seven unique villages, each with its own atmosphere: Den Burg, De Koog, Oosterend, De Cocksdorp, Den Hoorn, De Waal and Oudeschild. During your night away on Texel you can easily discover the charm of each village by bike. Visit the cozy terraces of De Koog or enjoy the peace and quiet in De Cocksdorp. Perfect for a weekend trip or a single overnight stay on Texel.

Activities on Texel

Whether you set course for Texel for a night away or stay for two weeks, you won't be bored! Climb the lighthouse and enjoy a breathtaking view of the island from the very top. Pay a visit to Ecomare, the nature museum and seal sanctuary on Texel. Sports enthusiasts can try daring watersports or even skydiving, but horseback riding, golfing and running are also perfect on the island.

Nature(ally) on Texel

A night away on Texel is rightfully a paradise for nature lovers! Go out and experience how the most beautiful landscapes alternate. From expansive beaches to lovely forests and from salt marshes to an incredible dune area: there is no shortage. It's also not surprising that the island is rich in animals; did you, for example, know that there are as many sheep as people living there? In addition, Scottish Highland cattle graze on Texel and, with a bit of luck, you can spot seals around the coast.

A night away with the dog

Texel is one of the most dog-friendly destinations in the Netherlands. Are you going to book a night on Texel with your dog? Then you can count on numerous walking routes through forests, dunes and along the beach. Many accommodations also welcome your four-legged friend with open arms.

Van der Valk Hotel Texel – De Koog

In januari 2021 the Langebeek-van der Valk family took over Hotel De Pelikaan on Texel. Derk Langebeek thereby returns to the roots of his grandmother Corry van der Valk-de Wit (1926 – 2017) and, together with his partner Lisa van Esch, is building the future of Van der Valk Hotel Texel - De Koog. 'Grandma Corry' was born and raised on the farm ‘de Vooruitgang’ in De Cocksdorp on Texel. Van der Valk Texel is thus a dream that has come true and where new family stories will be written.

Van der Valk Hotel de Texel – De Koog is a stone's throw from the cozy town centre and the sea; within just 10 minutes you'll be on the beach! The hotel has 61 hotel rooms and various apartments, the perfect base for a wonderful stay on this Wadden gem. Enjoy during your overnight stay in Texel the restaurant with the tastiest culinary creations and cheers to life! Also check out the complete arrangements at Van der Valk Hotel Texel - De Koog.