Texel – Paal 9
Paal 9, Texel, Netherlands

Paal 9 is a raw North Sea beach on the wild western shore of Texel, where south to southwest winds make this a good spot. No place for beginners: the open ocean conditions demand experience and a solid read of the tides before you drop in.
Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Wind directions: S
Water: Waves
Bottom: Sand
Sports: Wingfoil, Kitesurf, Windsurf
Local tips
Texel has the Rond van Texel in June. A fun event with a race around the island!