Location
Netherlands
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Nudist beach Texel De Cocksdorp
The De Cocksdorp nude beach is on the North Sea side of northern Texel, the largest Wadden island. Texel's bylaw allows nude recreation on the beach between beach poles 26.4 and 27.45, a signposted stretch of about 1,050 m. It is about 25 km from the ferry terminal. The setting is natural and quiet: a wide sand beach with a gently sloping seabed and the dunes of Duinen van Texel National Park behind it. The Slufter, a tidal inlet nature area, is about 1.4 km north, and in the beach season the route to it runs through the nude beach. The nearest pavilion, Paal 28, is about 650 m away at the Krimweg beach entrance and is clothed only. There is a small beach shop and snack stand on the sand. There is no lifeguard on the nude section. The nearest post is about 500 m away at the beach entrance. Nudity in the dunes is not allowed. Dogs are allowed on a leash. Texel's second nude beach is at Den Hoorn in the south, and the naturist section of the Loodsmansduin campsite is near Den Hoorn.
Getting there
Take the TESO ferry from Den Helder to 't Horntje (about 20 minutes, hourly with extra sailings in summer). Then drive or cycle about 25 km north to De Cocksdorp and the Krimweg beach entrance (pole 28). Bikes can be hired at the ferry harbour. Paid parking is about 600 m from the nude section, and a bicycle shed about 750 m. From the entrance, walk south along the beach to pole 27.45. The nearest bus stop is a long walk away. Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Amenities
Legal context
Article 5:38 of the Texel bylaw (APV Texel 2016, in force from 2024) bans nude recreation in public places, except on the beaches between poles 8 and 10.13 (Den Hoorn) and between poles 26.4 and 27.45 (De Cocksdorp). Outside those limits, including in the dunes, nudity is prohibited.
Naturism at Nudist beach Texel De Cocksdorp sits under Netherlands's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Netherlands public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 53.1583, 4.8150
Visitor tips
- 1 Official designation: nudity is protected inside the marked area.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Is nudity legal on this beach?
Yes. Texel's bylaw explicitly allows nude recreation between beach poles 26.4 and 27.45, and the stretch is signposted.
How do I get there from the ferry?
From 't Horntje, drive or cycle about 25 km north to De Cocksdorp and the Krimweg (pole 28) beach entrance, then walk south.
Are there facilities?
A beach shop and snack stand are on the sand. Pavilion Paal 28 is about 650 m away, but it is clothed only.
Can I bring a dog?
Yes, on a leash.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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