De Schicht - Monument

The monument De Schicht is a striking sculpture on Texel that commemorates the raising of the dikes to Delta height – an important step in protecting the island from the sea.

What does De Schicht stand for?

• Symbolic Design: The steel sculpture follows the contours of the eastern coastline of Texel and stands firmly on a base of basalt stones – symbolising the reinforced Delta dikes.
• Texel Design: The artwork was designed in 1981 by Texel artist Harry Tielemans and unveiled by Minister H.J. Zeevalking.
• Historical Meaning: It was commissioned by the former water authority of Texel, which wanted to make the island’s struggle against the sea permanently visible.
• Unique Location: You can find De Schicht just east of De Cocksdorp, along the cycle path on the Wadden Sea dike near the De Eendracht polder – a perfect stop during a cycling trip.
• Today: The Wadden Sea dikes and the monument are now managed by the Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier water board.

Practical information

• Location: On the Wadden Sea dike, north of the De Eendracht polder, easily accessible by bicycle or on foot from De Cocksdorp.
• Visit: The monument is freely accessible and a beautiful spot to pause and reflect on the connection between Texel and the sea.

Admire the strength and symbolism of De Schicht and discover a part of Texel’s hydraulic engineering history!

Furthermore De Schicht is near the following sights: Playground Kikkertstraat (±550 m), Waddenkerk (±550 m), Bird Information Centre Texel (±550 m), Roggesloot (±600 m) & Nature Reserve Dorpzicht (±750 m).

For information

Lancasterdijk, De Cocksdorp, Texel