All your shop & restaurant tips
you need on Texel.
Texel, an island of calm, space and endless walks by the sea.
Welcome to Texel
You drive off the ferry heading to the campsite, your hotel or B&B, but where do you want to eat tonight? And where can you find good shopping tomorrow? In this book you'll find the answers to all your questions.
This book was born out of love for the island, from personal experiences and from a longing. Although Texel is widely covered, it's often practical and informative, or fleeting and online. What was missing was a tangible, inspiring book: a guide that doesn't just tell you where to go, but lets you feel why.
XOXO,
Yvette
7 Villages on Texel
From lively Den Burg to picturesque harbours and dune villages: each village has its own character, and in the book you'll find the loveliest addresses for every one.
01
The pulsing heart
Full terraces in summer, an ice cream in hand, strolling past the shops. Highlights from the book: 't Hoekie, Bistro Freya, boutique Loft 15, patisserie Pascal Klappe and the Stek Conceptstore on Weverstraat.
02
The seaside resort
The island's seaside resort. Stroll past the boutiques, discover concept store Depot 33 and art gallery Het Posthuys, and settle in at a beach club for sunset.
03
Highlight of the north
Right next to the airfield, with the lighthouse within reach. Discover Eilandhotel Texel, Boutique Hotel Texel & Gusta and the vintage gem The Plug.
04
Picturesque & enchanting
Whitewashed cottages, a tall church spire and the feeling that time briefly stands still. Here Bij Jef shines with a Michelin star, you dine at Bosq and pick up fresh island produce at De Texelse Boerderijwinkel.
05
Picturesque
Cosy and authentic. Here you'll find Kook Atelier Op Oost with a green Michelin star, the remarkable Wolkathedraal and Brouwerij & Stokerij Texel. Perfect for a quiet Sunday afternoon.
06
Texel's home harbour
The harbour with fishing boats, sturdy terraces and views of the Wadden Sea. Don't miss: lunch at 't Pakhuus & Texel Suites with views of the harbour and the boats.
07
Small but special
Texel's smallest village, and precisely for that reason so special. A handful of streets and monuments from 1724, eco-farm De Waelde Tuin and the Texels Erfgoedmuseum Waelstee.
Beach clubs
The sun sinks into the sea, your feet in the sand, a glass of wine in hand. The book takes you along the beach posts, from sunset at Paal 12 to oyster evenings at Paal 17.
The Wadden ferry Texel ⇌ Vlieland, one of the loveliest day trips.
Hotspots & to do's
Head into the dunes of Texel National Park, walk through De Slufter, or be surprised by one of the museums the island has to offer. Book a mudflat hike with the Tesselse Oesterman, or rent a Tuk Tuk and putter across the whole island.
Above all, this book is an invitation: ‘to slow down, discover and enjoy everything Texel has to offer.’
Look inside
Photography, maps and personal tips per village — a preview of what you'll find in Texelse Tafeltjes & Tasjes.
The book
A tangible guide through the seven villages of Texel, full of personal tips for restaurants, boutiques, beach clubs and hotspots. With photography, short interviews and island stories.
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Frequently asked questions
You can order Texelse Tafeltjes & Tasjes, the book about Texel, fastest directly through this website. The book is also available at a selection of points of sale — hotels, beach clubs, shops and restaurants on Texel and the mainland.
Absolutely. It's a lovely, personal gift for anyone who loves Texel: a tangible guide full of tips for restaurants, shops, beach clubs and hidden spots on the island.
A personal guide through the seven villages of Texel, with the finest restaurants, boutiques, beach clubs and hotspots. 216 pages in hardcover, with photography, short interviews and island stories.
The book costs € 24.95. Shipping within the Netherlands is € 4.95; to other countries € 9.50.
The book is available from 17 August 2026. You can order it online; we'll ship your copy from that date.