Location
Netherlands
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Nudist beach Texel - Den Hoorn
The Den Hoorn nude beach is on the North Sea coast of southern Texel, south of the Hoornderslag beach entrance near the village of Den Hoorn. Texel's bylaw allows nude recreation between beach poles 8 and 10.13, a signposted stretch of up to about 1.9 km. One guide notes that in practice the nude part ends around pole 8.8. To the south lies De Hors, a wide, quiet sand plain at the island's southern tip. Officially it is reached only along the nude beach or by a few dune paths. The beach is wide sand with a sloping seabed. This section has groynes (stone breakwaters). Swimming near them is risky because of strong currents and sharp mussels and barnacles that can cause deep cuts. There is no lifeguard on the section itself. The post at the Hoornderslag entrance is about 300 m away. Pavilion Paal 9 is at the entrance, around pole 10, and a beach shop and snack stand are on the sand. Dogs are allowed on a leash, and nudity in the dunes is not allowed. The Loodsmansduin campsite, about 2 km away, has a fenced naturist field of about 100 pitches.
Getting there
Take the TESO ferry from Den Helder to 't Horntje (about 20 minutes, hourly). The beach is about 7 km from the ferry port, and cars and bikes can reach it only through the Hoornderslag. Paid parking and bicycle parking are about 300 m from the nude section. From the entrance at Paal 9, walk south past pole 10.13. Bikes can be hired at the ferry harbour, and the island bus (Texelhopper) serves the area, though the nearest 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 26.4 to 27.45 (De Cocksdorp). Nudity in the dunes or elsewhere on the island remains prohibited.
Naturism at Nudist beach Texel - Den Hoorn 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. 53.0087, 4.7116
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
Where exactly is nudity allowed?
Between beach poles 8 and 10.13, south of the Hoornderslag entrance at Den Hoorn. The stretch is signposted.
Is it safe to swim?
Take care. Stay away from the groynes, where currents are strong and shells can cut. There is no lifeguard on the nude section itself.
How far is it from the ferry?
About 7 km from 't Horntje. Drive or cycle to the Hoornderslag beach entrance.
Is there naturist camping nearby?
Yes. Loodsmansduin, about 2 km away, has a fenced naturist section.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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