Den Helder Live Cam

Origins of the TESO Ferry Service

The story of the TESO (Texels Eigen Stoomboot Onderneming) ferry service begins in the mid-19th century, when the growing economic ties between the island of Texel and the mainland town of Den Helder called for reliable sea transport. Initially operated with steam-powered vessels, the company quickly became a lifeline for islanders transporting livestock, produce, and mail. Over decades, technological advancements replaced coal-fired boilers with diesel engines, yet the fundamental mission—connecting communities across the Wadden Sea—remained constant.