Shopping in Valkenburg
Edit ThisThe city of Valkenburg is located in the southeast part of the Netherlands. A tourist city, Valkenburg Shopping offers a number of interesting venues. In Valkenburg most of the shopping is done in small shops and department stores.
Hema
Hema is the best known department store chain in the Netherlands. Travelers who want to find a store that is not a tourist stop will br pleased by Hema. Founded in 1926, it's oldest department store chain in the Netherlands. People shopping here will find clothes and a number of books related to the Valkenburg area. There is a coffee shop on the premises for shoppers to grab a quick bite before continuing on their way. What makes this store especially noteworthy is the historical significance of the building. Originally built in 1902, this building first housed a theater before the Rema company bought the property. The building is an architectural gem of the city and will satisfy the history buffs of the group.
Kantoor boekhandel Crolla
The Kantoor boekhnadel Crolla is a book and stationery shop in Valkenburg. Similar to the Strands Bookstore in New York City, the owners have covered every square foot with books. The owners pride themselves on having every book possible in every language. The staff is extremely courteous and will work with a customer to find the book or stationery they need. After a trip to this store, a tourist can cross the street and write a letter back home while have a coffee in one of the many coffee shops nearby.
City Centre
The City Centre is a collection of tourist souvenir stands in the city. People looking for the traditional tourist experience will not be disappointed. There are number of items available, from toys to statues. There are also a number of informational books on the area available for purchase. A number of stands have devoted their items to reflect the cultural heritage of the city, mainly the castles that still surround Valkenburg. Children will especially love the replicas of toy castles for purchase at the stands. The shop owners are not afraid of haggling with the customer.
