Ecomare — Aquarium in Texel

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Ecomare and its collection

Ecomare, opened in 1929, is an aquarium in De Koog.

Animals and collection

Animals on show include vinvis, zeehonden, haaien, roggen and aalscholver.

Things to do

Things to do include Voerpresentatie zeeaquarium, Zeehondenpresentatie, Duinparkwandeling and Zeelaboratorium.

What the venue says

  • Duinparkwandeling
  • Zeelaboratorium
  • On-site features the Museum Café, a self-service spot offering sandwiches, warm snacks, pastries, ice cream, and a wide selection of hot and cold drinks.
  • The entire premises are fully wheelchair accessible.
  • Wheelchairs and prams are available to borrow at the facility.
  • Pets are not permitted inside, with the exception of guide dogs.

Opening hours

Days Opens Closes
Every day 09:30 17:00

Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.

Note that the entry counter closes slightly earlier at 4:30 PM, and the center is closed on December 25 and January 1.

Admission

Ticket TypePrice
Adults (ages 13 and up)17.00 EUR
Children aged 4 to 1211.50 EUR

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Keeper talk or show

Exhibitions & events

No upcoming events

No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for Ecomare at this time.

Location & map

Ruijslaan 92
De Koog
Netherlands

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Frequently asked questions

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Animals

Photographs show each species in general. They were not taken at Ecomare.

Exhibits

  • Wonderlijk Wad
  • De Walviszaal: walvissen uit de Noordzee