Birdwatching Point Geulplas - Observation point

On the southern side of Texel, close to Den Hoorn, lies the nature reserve De Geul. In the middle of this green landscape, you’ll find the Geulplas, a large freshwater lake that has become a true bird paradise.

What to expect at birdwatching point Geulplas

• Peaceful enjoyment of nature: Thanks to a birdwatching point, you can quietly enjoy the beauty of nature here.
• Breeding ground of spoonbills: The Geulplas is famous for its large colony of spoonbills that breed here in spring and summer. It’s one of the largest breeding colonies in the Netherlands.
• Bird-rich area: Besides spoonbills, you can also spot cormorants, lesser black-backed gulls, common terns, and many other species. In autumn, the lake is a popular resting place for migrating birds.
• Varied landscape: De Geul consists not only of the lake but also of wet grasslands, rugged dunes, a creek system, and rich vegetation that changes with every season.

Practical information

• Location: The birdwatching point is located in the nature reserve De Geul, between Den Hoorn and beach pole 9 on Texel.
• Accessibility: Park your car along the road at Mokweg, near the nature reserve De Geul.
• Access: Free entry, open all year round.
• Tip: Visit early in the morning or late in the day for the best chance of bird activity and peace.

Bring your binoculars, put on good walking shoes, and discover the feathered inhabitants of the Geulplas — an unmissable stop for nature lovers on Texel!

Furthermore Birdwatching Point Geulplas is near the following sights: De Mok (±500 m), Viewing Point Horsmeertjes (±1,2 km), De Petten (±1,3 km), Waterral (±1,6 km) & De Geul (±1,7 km).

For information

Mokweg 18, Den Hoorn, Texel