The seaside resort of Texel
De Koog
- Close to the beach
- Beautiful nature
- Nice shops
- Cosy restaurants and terraces
- Ideal for water sports
- Special festivals
De Koog is widely known as the seaside resort of Texel! Behind just a row of dunes lies the beach and sea. It is the place-to-be to enjoy sun, sea, beach and the centre with its restaurants, terraces and entertainment!
Where is De Koog?
De Koog lies on the west side of Texel, wedged between the vast dunes and the forest area De Dennen. The village is an ideal base for those who want to enjoy both sea, beach, dunes and forest.
What to do in De Koog?
De Koog is the ideal destination for beach lovers and active people. Enjoy sunbathing, swimming and various water sports. Nature lovers can indulge themselves with a visit to Texel Dunes National Park or Ecomare. For cyclists and hikers, there are plenty of beautiful routes that take you all over the island. Or walk into the cosy Dorpsstraat for a stroll, sit on a terrace, go shopping or have a nice meal out.
Photo gallery of De Koog
Where to stay in De Koog?
In De Koog, you will find five unique parks, from cosy dune campsite and luxury villa park to modern apartment complex:
Campsite Kogerstrand
Enjoy your stay in nature on this great dune campsite by the sea in De Koog.
Villa Park De Koog
A modern park with very luxurious, sustainable villa's in De Koog. near the centre and the beach.
Bungalow Park ’t Hoogelandt
Luxurious villas with a lot of privacy in a peaceful park in De Koog.
Campsite De Shelter
Comfortable camping on the Comfort-pitches of this quiet campsite in De Koog.
Choose your accommodation in De Koog
Spend the night on a camping pitch in the dunes or book a luxury villa or flat on the outskirts of De Koog:
History of De Koog
De Koog, one of the oldest villages on Texel, originated in the 15th century with the construction of a chapel in the hamlet of Rijsduinen. Originally called Cooghen, the village flourished as a fishing village thanks to the silted Anegat. However, heavy storms and broken dykes caused a large exodus, so by the early 20th century there were only a handful of houses.
After World War II, De Koog flourished again due to growing tourism. Today, it is a lively seaside resort with modern amenities. Visitors enjoy the beach, nature and cosy atmosphere.
Discover De Koog and surroundings
Frequently Asked Questions
In the months of July and August, there is a fair in De Koog every Tuesday. Here you can enjoy a wide range of fresh produce, local specialities, clothes and other miscellaneous goods. Discover the local culture while visiting De Koog!
Various events are regularly organised in the lively village of De Koog. For example, visit the sporty WAVES festival, get a breath of fresh air during one of the many kite evenings on the beach, or dance the night away at the End of Summer festival. Do you prefer a culinary event? Enjoy tasty Texel snacks or the latest trends from the kitchen at Texel Culinair. Discover all the events!
De Koog is surrounded by beautiful nature reserves that offer you a variety of landscapes. The National Park Duinen van Texel offers dune landscapes, woods, heathland and beaches. A unique nature reserve near De Koog is De Slufter, which has an open connection to the North Sea. De Muy nature reserve is rich in various plant species and is home to many birds and other animals.
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