De Hors
A vast sand plain at Texel’s southwestern tip, growing outward over time. It is open, flat, and uncrowded, with views across the Marsdiep to Den Helder.
De Hors is a large sand plain on the southwest corner of Texel, built up by tidal currents. Its beach is more than a kilometer wide, making it one of the widest beaches in the Netherlands. The landscape keeps changing, with new vegetation growing among the dunes, and seals occasionally haul out on the sand to rest. Far fewer visitors come here than to De Koog, so it is ideal for walks, kite flying, and photographing open sea views. To the south it faces the Marsdiep, where ferries pass and Den Helder can be seen on the opposite shore. It is about 20 minutes on foot or by bike from Den Hoorn, and the parking lot is at the edge of the dunes.
Opening hours
All day