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
- 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
De Cocksdorp, Texel