Eierlandse Dunes - Nature

The Eierlandse Dunes form one of the wildest and most unspoilt nature reserves on Texel – a paradise for peace seekers, hikers, and birdwatchers.

What can you expect in the Eierlandse Dunes?

• Varied dune landscape: Walk across rolling dunes, dune valleys, sand drifts, and small ponds.
• Birdwatching: This bird-rich area is home to countless species – from breeding birds to rare migratory ones.
• History and landscape: Ancient, lime-poor dunes with flower-rich grasslands, mosses, and small woods tell the story of the former island of Eierland.

Walking and Exploring

Start at the footpath just northeast of the holiday park Sluftervallei. You’ll immediately be surrounded by marram grass, sea breeze, and birdsong. Follow the winding path through the dunes and after about 30 minutes, reach the northern viewpoint.

• Spectacular viewpoint: From a high dune top, you overlook the Eierlandse Dunes, the North Sea, the lighthouse, and the wide beach at the northern tip of Texel.
• To the left: walk towards Paal 28 for coffee or lunch with a sea view.
• To the right: the beach leads towards the iconic Lighthouse of Texel.

Practical tips

• Best time: Spring and autumn for bird migration, summer for long walks and sunsets.
• Bring along: Sturdy walking shoes, binoculars, and a camera.
• Tip: Climb the Lighthouse of Texel for a breathtaking view over the island and the Wadden Sea.

Experience the peace, space, and raw natural beauty of the Eierlandse Dunes – a part of Texel that will stay with you forever.

Furthermore Eierlandse Dunes is near the following sights: Water Playground Sluftervallei (±1,0 km), Viewing Tower Sluftervallei (±1,0 km), Playground Sluftervallei (±1,1 km), Tennis Court Sluftervallei (±1,1 km) & Minigolf Sluftervallei (±1,2 km).

For information

Eijerlandse Duinen, De Cocksdorp, Texel