The Kaap Skil, Museum van Jutters and Zeelui in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands offers a fun learning experience for young and old covering all aspects of Dutch maritime history. They have received international awards for architecture and exhibitions, and with VOC life size scale model warships, modest fishing vessels, VOC artifacts, a windmill and much more there is plenty to see and do. The Kaap Skil, Museum van Jutters and Zeelui tells the story of seafarers and boating, shipping and underwater wrecks, the history of the mill, the beautiful outdoor area fishermen's houses and their lives, the Dutch golden age of shipping where the Reede van Texel was the world's most important 17th Century anchorage, come learn about the children on the fishing boats, the diving and surface treasures, it's a fascinating place to visit.READ MORE

Eeetcafe De Kombuis Texel in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands is perfectly situated on the harbour with constantly changing water views and is the best place to relax, enjoy a snack or meal and drink in a great atmosphere. They have it all, sea views, a great menu, heated terrace and excellent service, they are the closest eatery to the water in town, and are open for lunch, dinner and snacks. Eeetcafe De Kombuis Texel is an excellent venue for groups, and if you order in advance, they will ensure everything is ready when you arrive, all you need to do is relax and enjoy a wonderful time with your guests.READ MORE

Camping Ab-Ovo on the edge of the harbour town of Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands offers a wonderful camping and leisure experience on the owners farm with spacious, sheltered camping pitches surrounded by a tree ring. There are water points and 10 amp power, washing up facilities, showers and a toilet block, dogs are welcome if kept on a leash, and tent campers may use the fridge and freezer. Camping Ab-Ovo has a playground with trampoline for the children, several go-karts and a recreation room with many games, and the supermarket is within walking distance for supplies, the farm has sheep, mini piglets, horses and ponies, come for a wonderful stay in this beautiful nature reserve for a quiet or active holiday.READ MORE

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The Texel Sezeehonden Tochten aboard the TX25 in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands is about experiencing the best day of your life, enjoying fresh air, the wind and sea breezes, space and the seals in the Wadden Sea. The TX25 takes you to where the seals are, and the boat trip is about an hour long, the seals are located in the mud flats east of Texel, and the knowledgeable skipper knows a lot about the area and the seals, come view them in their natural habitat. The Texel Sezeehondentocht welcomes you to join them, they see seals everyday whether high or low tide, and usually there are hundreds of seals, and there are many birds and other marine animals around the sandbar where you stop, they also offer special 1.5 hour trips to Razende Bol, a pristing sandbar south of Texel, it is the most beautiful trip they sail with many seals and other marine life.READ MORE

Texeltours in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands offers bus hire aboard their coaches and buses, mini Texel coaches, cabs and even a unique American school bus from your location for trips around the island and back again. They even have a wheelchair coach with lift for people in a wheelchair or have difficulty walking, their transport is reliaable, safe and comfortable and comply with strict legislation. Texeltours are also available for events and catering on Texel and take care of everything from accommodation to on-site facilities, catering and more, their transport is available for groups, school outings, company events, weddings, and much more, book today for all they have to offer.READ MORE

The Fish palace and Van der Star Smokehouse in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands welcomes you to exquisite dining with breathtaking harbour views and super fresh fish and seafood, their kibbeling is truly delicious and comes highly recommended. They are the only smokehouse on the island, and their freshly smoked fish is a true delicacy, they smoke the best from the sea every day including eel, salmon, dab, red hone and slippery tongue, they use traditional methods and woods for that real smoky taste, and it is heaven for locals and tourists alike. The Fish palace and Van der Star Smokehouse also do exquisite party platters ideal for birthdays, family parties and events, and their are excellent choices from luxury fish dishes to herring dishes and eel fillet, gourmet platters and salmon salad dishes, they can also do fresh sushi dishes with advanced ordering, come for a sublime fish and seafood experience. READ MORE

The Visrestaurant 't Pakhuus in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands offers a haven of spectacular harbour views for lovers of fish and meat as well as vegetarians, and the menu is a sublime variety of fresh fish and crustaceans mainly from the North and Wadden Sea. The restaurant is suitable for large groups, celebrations and events and can seat 88 patrons in total, come for a delicious multi course menu paired with sublime wines, choices of a la carte dishes, simple and complete lunches, or just coffee and homemade apple pie. The Visrestaurant 't Pakhuus is open every day for lunch and dinner, they also have a homarium with 4 different types of oysters, it's a great way to start your fabulous meal, come for the divine.READ MORE

The MS Rival at the harbour in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands will take you on unforgettable sport fishing adventures out on the Wadden Sea, and you skipper awaits to welcome you on board this wonderful motor ship. The MS Rival with a long history going back was once a cargo ship between Terschelling and Amsterdam, but today serves as a passenger ship for sport fishing. The MS Rival can take 25 to 30 anglers and rods and bait are available for rent, or bring your own, the skipper knows where the fish are biting, there is a spacious canteen below decks for meals and drinks and they can cater to meals for groups, they also do ash scattering of loved ones for you and your kin with the coordinates of the exact place the ashes were scattered.READ MORE

Veronica Fish and Cafeteria in Oudeschild, Texel, Netherlands is located at the harbour and have been in business for over 50 years, they are a household name and well known for their delicious dishes and extensive menu. The terrace with stunning harbour views is equipped with sun protection and the restaurant is wheelchair friendly, they have extra space for group events and celebrations. Veronica Fish and Cafeteria offers various menus including snacks, fish varieties, coffee specialties and delicious ice cream, they also use real Texel products including Texel shrimps, strawberries, Oudeschilder cake and Texel beer, come for a sublime dining experience with views to die, you will be back.READ MORE