De Waal: Authentic Beauty in the Smallest Village of Texel

De Waal is the smallest village on Texel and is located in the heart of the island. Despite its size, the village has a lot to offer to visitors.

Historic Center

The village has a picturesque charm with its narrow streets and historic houses. The heart of De Waal is centered around the Hogereind. Here, you will find beautiful historic buildings, including the oldest house on Texel.

Cultural Museum

One of the main attractions in De Waal is the Cultural Historical Museum, located in the Hogereind. The museum provides insights into the rich history of Texel and offers a diverse collection that illustrates the development of the island over the centuries.

Shops and Restaurants

Although small, De Waal has several amenities. There are some local shops and a café-restaurant, located on the Hogereind, where you can enjoy local delicacies.

Nature

De Waal is surrounded by beautiful nature. To the north of the village lies the nature reserve Waalenburg, a meadow bird sanctuary with walking paths, ideal for nature lovers.

Events

Every year in August, De Waal hosts the 'SomPop festival', a popular music festival that attracts visitors from the entire region.

In summary, De Waal is a charming village with a rich historical heritage and a beautiful surrounding, making it an attractive destination for anyone looking to experience the authentic side of Texel.

Cultural Historical Museum of Texel

Experience the rich history of Texel at the Cultural Historical Museum of Texel in De Waal. This museum offers a fascinating look at the island's farming life and artisan culture. What Can You Expect at the Cultural Historical Museum of Texel ? - Authentic Collections: Admire an impressive collection of authentic farm wagons, carriages, sleighs, and old ...

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Church of De Waal

In the picturesque village of De Waal, the smallest village on Texel, stands a special church: the Waalderkerk. This modern church building is located on an ancient site, high on a mound at Hogereind, and radiates a unique combination of history and contemporary architecture. The History of the Waalderkerk - Rebuilt after the Second World War: The original church of De ...

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Uitkijkpunt Waalenburg

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Vogelhut Westerkolk

Sinds enige jaren staat er een vogelkijkhut bij het plasje de Westerkolk. Naast diverse eendensoorten bevolken kluut, grutto, tureluur en bruine kiekendief het water en de lucht nabij de hut.

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Uitkijkpunt De Staart

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Waalenburg

Nature reserve Waalenburg (Waal en Burg) is a lively polder full of flowers, birds, and history, located in the heart of Texel, just north of Den Burg. What can you expect in nature reserve Waalenburg? - [item-photo-10121-2]Abundance of meadow birds: In this bird paradise, black-tailed godwits, redshanks, and oystercatchers breed. Thanks to the tranquillity and rich food supply, it is one o ...

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Uitkijkpunt De Hertenkamp

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Vogelkijkscherm De Nol

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Natuurcentrum De Marel

At the edge of polder Waalenburg lies the nature centre De Marel, the perfect starting point to discover the rich nature and meadow birds of Texel. What can you expect at the nature centre De Marel? - Bird Boulevard: Staff are happy to tell you which birds can be seen at that moment, from breeding birds in spring to large flocks of migratory birds in autumn. - [item-photo-9931-3]Excurs ...

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