Ecomare

Visit Ecomare, Texel’s premier nature museum and seal sanctuary. Here, you’ll learn all about the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site and the rich natural environment on and around the island. To give you an idea of what you can do there:

• Seal watching: Come see the seals being cared for here up close. This is a particularly fun experience during the regular feeding times. You’ll also see porpoises here, and there’s a large marine aquarium full of local fish.
• Discover Texel’s nature: Through beautiful exhibits, the museum teaches you all about the origins of Texel, its birds, the dunes, and the unique wildlife of the Wadden Sea.
• Out and About with a Guide: Want to truly experience nature for yourself? Ecomare offers the opportunity to explore with a guide. For example, go on an adventurous mudflat hike across the seabed or have fun searching for crabs—highly recommended for kids.

In short: a really fun and educational outing for the whole family. Want to know more about the animals’ feeding times or sign up for an excursion in advance? Feel free to stop by—we’d be happy to help you plan your visit.