ByAR Texel vs Truffle Buddy

Experience the present and past of Texel and Den Helder in augmented reality! iTexel takes you interactively to noteworthy points in Den Helder and on Texel. The routes offer an additional digital experience in the form of augmented reality, photos, videos, and audio. Learn more about the VOC era on Texel and Napoleon's legacy in Den Helder. This small, powerful man comes to life and tells you more about his grand plans! On Texel, you'll pass by beautiful nature reserves where the forest ranger and birdwatcher can tell you all about the island's flora and fauna. Tip: Download your chosen route in advance on a Wi-Fi network. This way, you won't depend on an internet connection while on the go. Once the route is downloaded, it's available offline in our app. With your mobile phone's GPS and a clear route, you'll visit different points. After a brief explanation at each point, you can start the interactive experience. Learn more about Den Helder and Texel. Download the routes and get going!

Truffle Buddy – The app for truffle hunting with or without a dog. Truffle Buddy accompanies you on your truffle hunt in nature. Whether you are just starting out or already have experience. The app helps you learn, document and organise your own search. Learn which locations could be interesting, record your finds and build up your own knowledge over time. ONLINE TRUFFLE COURSE The integrated course shows you step by step our approach to truffle hunting. You will learn among other things: • How to identify potential truffle locations • Which conditions are important • How truffle hunting with a dog works • How to motivate and train your dog • What we pay attention to depending on the season The course contains real footage from the forest, directly at various locations and at different times of year. New content and experiences are added on an ongoing basis. YOUR PRIVATE TRUFFLE MAP Save find spots and interesting areas on your personal map. Record GPS, photos and notes and keep track of when you visited a location. Plan search trips and document your observations. Your data stays private. TRUFFLE DIARY Every find tells a story. Record truffle species, weight, quantity, photos and further details. Over time your personal diary takes shape and you can see which locations and conditions work particularly well. POTENTIAL MAP The potential map helps you discover interesting areas. Depending on the region, various factors are taken into account so you get new ideas for your next trips. COMMUNITY Exchange experiences with other truffle hunters. Share insights, ask questions and stay informed about new content and developments. LOCATION REVIEW Discovered an interesting spot? Send us your area for assessment and receive personal feedback on its potential for truffles. Available in German & English. Enjoy the forest and good luck on your next truffle hunt!