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Discover the Wadden Sea, a remarkable biosphere reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the coast, a succession of islands is revealed–some Dutch, others German. Following beaches and sandy dunes, and encountering small harbors and centuries-old lighthouses, this journey along the North Sea offers a complete change of scene for all lovers of the great outdoors and seafood. From Texel to Sylt, via Norderney, this salty escape offers a true breath of fresh air in the heart of Nordic nature.
Hotel and restaurant in a village. An hour and a half from Amsterdam, twenty minutes by boat from Den Helder — between the land and the sea — lies Texel, an island in the Frisian archipelago. It is where chef Jef Schuur, hand in hand with his wife Nadine Mögling, has chosen to open a Michelinstarred restaurant and several beautiful modern suites in what was once a presbytery. With the changing tides, he cooks local products such as Wadden Sea cockles with Texel lamb bacon, parsley root cream and a jus of puffed celery. Nadine, a sommelier, is an expert in European wines and uses her extensive knowledge of organic and natural wines to create subtle and unique pairings to compliment the cuisine's harmonious contrasts of tastes and textures. ... Learn moreless
A source of profound local pride, this breed of sheep takes its name from the island itself. Known for the quality of its wool, its milk (which produces excellent cheeses), and its tender meat, Texel sheep have been raised outdoors for centuries on pastures swept by winds and sea spray. In fact, their...
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The Kaap Skil Museum offers an astonishing contract between its modern setting, made from glass and recycled wooden boards, and this incredible heap of treasures recuperated from shipwrecked boats at the bottom of the Waddenzee. In fragments, we discover the story of the Dutch East India Company and...
Read More lessHotel and restaurant on the seafront. Dating back to the 18th century, Hotel Seesteg was once the building in which the wooden boards of the pier were stored during the stormy winters on the North Sea coast. Today, it has been converted from a storehouse into an exceptional, relaxing haven. Everything is designed to offer an unparalleled, intimate atmosphere and smart style and design. Every room faces the sea and the outdoor rooftop pool offers breathtaking views of the Wadden Sea National Park, a Unesco World Heritage site. The large floor-to-ceiling windows boast a direct view of the white sand beach. ... Learn moreless
A biosphere reserve, the Nationalpark Niedersächsisches Wattenmeer is particularly impressive when the tide is out, giving more space to the skies of the north. At the heart of the nature reserve, only the two islands of Borkum and Norderney allow access by car. But it was to the latter island that the...
Read More lessRestaurant and hotel in town. Landhaus Stricker is the ideal place for a wonderful holiday on Sylt, an island with exceptional natural surroundings and particularly pure air. You will feel in top form there whatever the weather, whether browsing through the library, swimming in the heated pool or lounging on the beach, well protected by a strandkorb, the wickered beach chair used on the North Sea coasts. The 500 m² spa provides fitness, relaxation and treatments. And as a finishing touch, there are culinary delights created by chef Holger Bodendorf. You will appreciate his culinary creations with a Mediterranean flair: Tuna & Cucumber: marinated tuna, fried tuna, tuna tartar, cucumber drop, cucumber mousse, bergamot foam. ... Learn moreless
The nutrient-rich waters around the island of Sylt are particularly conducive to mussels, who thrive and reproduce here. The shellfish harvested here are particularly known for their fleshy consistency, rich flavor and large size (they are left to mature for more than two years). From the port of Hörnum,...
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The lighthouse at Hörnum is the only one of five on the island that’s open to visitors. Located on its southern tip, the red and white striped tower has become an emblem of Sylt. The lighthouse was built in 1907 and once housed a small school, between 1914 and 1933. After ascending its 138 steps, you’ll...
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