
Texel Beach (Paal 9)
Texel, Wadden Islands · 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Endless dune-backed North Sea sand on Texel, the largest Wadden island: big skies, seal colonies and clean surf.
In season the water at Texel Beach (Paal 9) (Texel, Wadden Islands, Netherlands) reaches about 18°C. Best months: Jun-Sep. The beach flies the Blue Flag for water quality and safety.
Open Texel Beach (Paal 9) on the interactive map →- Sea temperature
- ~18°C in the warm season
- Water
- Cool, clean North Sea blue
- Sand
- Vast pale sand and dunes
- Swimming
- Broad and gently shelving; bracing North Sea temperatures
- Surf
- Beach-break on the open coast
- Best time to visit
- Jun-Sep
- Setting
- Endless dune-backed sand on the largest of the Dutch Wadden islands
- Beach type
- Cold-water coast
- Blue Flag
- Yes
- Region
- Europe
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Texel Beach (Paal 9): frequently asked questions
Where is Texel Beach (Paal 9)?
Texel Beach (Paal 9) is at Texel, on the coast of Netherlands.
What is the sea temperature at Texel Beach (Paal 9)?
In the warm season the sea at Texel Beach (Paal 9) reaches about 18°C. Cool, clean North Sea blue.
When is the best time to visit Texel Beach (Paal 9)?
The best time to visit Texel Beach (Paal 9) is Jun-Sep. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.
What kind of sand does Texel Beach (Paal 9) have?
Texel Beach (Paal 9) has vast pale sand and dunes.
Is Texel Beach (Paal 9) good for swimming?
Broad and gently shelving; bracing North Sea temperatures.
Can you surf at Texel Beach (Paal 9)?
Beach-break on the open coast.
Does Texel Beach (Paal 9) have Blue Flag status?
Yes — Texel Beach (Paal 9) holds Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities.
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