Great shopping at an indoor mall

Publish date 24 January 2024
Read time 12 minutes
Written by Ester
Ester
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In the Netherlands, the weather is unpredictable. Where one moment the sparrows fall from the roof, another time it can rain for days in a row. And shopping with a wet suit is no fun! That’s why we have expanded our blog on indoor shopping centers to include even more indoor shopping centers spread across the country. Because how nice it is to get out on a rainy day without getting completely rained on. So you can enjoy shopping at an indoor mall near you. We give you an overview of indoor shopping malls where we know you can find your perfect outfit.

Indoor malls in Drenthe

Mall De Weiert in Emmen

Shopping center de Weiert, can be found opposite Adventure Zoo Wildlands and the ATLAS Theater on the Raadhuisplein in Emmen. De Weiert is the largest indoor shopping center in the north of the Netherlands, so definitely a must visit if you are in the area. You can go here for all kinds of things. If you are looking for the latest fashion you can shop at The Sting, Costes, Lou Lou, Sapho or Keez & Co. For daily shopping you can visit the Keurslager, Kippie and Bakker Bart. But you can also go here for fun gadgets and delicious delicacies. Besides shopping, the center is also a meeting place for conviviality and versatile entertainment, with various eateries and places to chill out or cozy pool, making it an ideal destination for individuals as well as families and groups of friends.

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Indoor shopping center in Friesland

Bilgaard shopping center in Friesland

Shopping center Bilgaard presents itself as the largest specialty shopping center in Friesland. It offers a varied shopping offer, from local stores like the artisan baker, the greengrocer and butcher to the well-known chain stores. The cozy atmosphere thanks to several eateries makes it a favorite shopping destination.

Indoor shopping center in Groningen

De Hooge Meeren in Groningen

De Hooge Meeren is one of the largest indoor shopping centers in the north of the Netherlands. With around 100 different stores and free parking, it is the ideal place to shop in the north! Go wild in one of the fashion stores such as NORAH, Cecil, Newlands or Goodz for Fashion, or get something tasty at Cocoon Coffee & More, Dolce Sicilia, Lunchroom Eventjes or Daily’s Cafetaria. You can even go to the movies here!

Covered shopping centers in Gelderland

Kronenburg Shopping Center

Shopping center Kronenburg is undergoing a number of large-scale renovations. With a retail area of 50,000 m2, the mall offers an extensive mix of well-known and local stores such as Ziengs, Norah, Jeans Centre, AAAndacht lifestyle, House of Solar, Twinkle Juwelier and Game Mania. You can also let your kids run wild at Indoor City indoor playground, or for yourself and some older kids have fun at virtual reality game arcade VR SOReal. The mall is easily accessible from the highway and parking is free!

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Oranjerie shopping center in Apeldoorn

In the cozy center of Apeldoorn, you can store without getting a wet suit at Winkelcentrum Oranjerie. Here you will find over 60 stores and restaurants, including the flagship stores of ZARA, MANGO, New Yorker and TK Maxx, among others, as well as fun boutiques such as Just a Joke. In between shopping, get some goodies in In the bakery-cafe of BackWERK, Bakker Bart or something tasty for home at Villa Chocola.

Indoor shopping centers in Flevoland

Almere Center

The beating heart of Almere Centrum, the stores between the library and the Media Markt is covered. Here you will find a modern and diverse range of stores ranging from major brands such as Costes, Gerry Weber, Pull&Bear and Pandora to unique boutiques such as Buck Fashion, Maisie Mode and Reclaimed Jewels. Besides well-known chains, you will find many local boutiques and cozy eateries in Almere Centrum. So whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to succeed here!

Batavia Stad shopping center

Batavia Stad in Lelystad is not completely covered, but it is the place for outlet shopping, so that’s why we mention it in that blog anyway. Batavia Stad is the first fashion outlet in the Netherlands. Here you can find designer brands such as Armani, Michael Kors, Lyle & Scott, Claudia Sträter and many more at attractive prices in a cozy Old Dutch setting.

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Indoor shopping center in Limburg

Shopping center Brusselse Poort in Maastricht

Brusselse Poort in Maastricht is a shopping center with character and a unique ambiance. Discover more than 50 diverse stores, from supermarkets and food specialty stores to several boutiques like Joyas, Norah Womenswear, Juwelier Servé Monfrance and Ráchels’s Fashion Store, multiple eateries, and from drugstores and opticians to trendy home furnishing stores. Whether you hunt for the latest trends or love authentic craftsmanship, everything is available here. Brusselse Poort is not only popular with Dutch shoppers; Belgians from the border region also like to visit this shopping center.

Covered shopping centers in North Brabant

De Barones in Breda

Breda is a wonderful shopping city! But also when the weather is not so good you can come here. For example, go shopping at the indoor shopping center De Barones! Here you will find all kinds of stores, exclusive brands and Koffie bij Teun! Here you can relax with a nice cup of coffee and look at your purchases.

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Heuvel Eindhoven in Eindhoven

The Heuvel can be found in the center of Eindhoven and has its own parking garage. There are many different clothing stores here under one roof. There is something for everyone and you can shop perfectly indoors here. Besides the usual fashion stores like H&M, Costes, Jack & Jones, Hunkemöller and Sandwich, you will also find more high-end brands like Aspact, Bjorn Borg, Falke, Gabor, Gerry Weber, Hugo Boss, MarcCain, Mc Gregor and Nespresso.

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Covered shopping centers in North Holland

Magna Plaza in Amsterdam

Shopping center Magna Plaza is located in the former main post office in Amsterdam. It is a magnificent building between the Palace on Dam Square and the New Church. This shopping center has an international atmosphere. You can store clothes from brands such as Lacoste, Cavallaro Napoli, Bag House and Mango. The best gifts can be found at Aroma Plaza, Typical Dutch or Swarovski. For goodies you can go to Cheese & More and you can make yourself beautiful and shop at the same time at Micabella Club.

Stadshart in Amstelveen

The shopping center of Amstelveen consists of a number of covered shopping centers linked together by cozy squares full of restaurants. So you can combine your day of shopping with a nice lunch. In this shopping center there is something for everyone, such as a large Bijenkorf, nice clothing stores and special pop-up stores where you can find the nicest things. The Stadshart of Amstelveen is definitely worth planning a nice shopping day with your girlfriends!

Covered shopping centers in Utrecht

Hoog Catharijne in Utrecht

Everyone has ever walked through shopping center Hoog Catharijne in Utrecht. Even if it is just to get to the train you had to catch, or to go from the Jaarbeurplein towards the Center. A lot has changed at Hoog Catharijne in recent years, especially with the major renovation of the station. But the shopping center has also undergone major changes. With a new entrance and appearance, more and more stores are finding their way to Hoog Catherijne to establish themselves there.

In addition to the small cozy eateries and boutiques, you’ll find stores like Lush, Berschka, Amazing, Claudia Sträter, Gerry Weber, Casa, Chasin’, Pieces, The Sting and Rituals. At Hoog Catharijne you can do your shopping for a party meal, succeed for the nicest gifts and your best party outfit.

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City Plaza shopping center in Nieuwegein

City Plaza is more than just a shopping center; it is a meeting place where friends and families come together. Here you can store at stores such as Anna van Toor, Bonita Caraat jeweler, Name It and Rituals, exercise at the gym, enjoy a good book at the library or try your luck at the casino. And with the wide range of catering establishments you can also relax on a terrace, enjoy a nice cup of coffee, lunch or dinner. In addition to a varied shopping offer of as many as 150 stores, there are regular events and activities in the cozy courtyard for the whole family.

Covered shopping centers in Zeeland

Tref shopping center in Middelburg

Tref in Middelburg offers a charming shopping experience with a variety of local stores and eateries in a historic setting. The shopping center is the find along Pottenbakkerssingel is popular among Middelburg residents for their daily necessities. For people from the surrounding region and tourists, Tref is often the starting point for a journey of discovery through downtown. The total 5,000 m2 shopping center is currently being completely renovated, but all stores are accessible as usual.

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De Zeeland Leisure & Shopping in Bergen op Zoom

Shopping center De Zeeland is located in an old sugar factory. You can go here for your daily shopping at the Albert Hein, Etos and the Versmarkt. But also for everything in the field of living and lifestyle such as Bruynzeel Keukens, Swiss sense and the Garden Furniture Shop. You can also go bowling or to the movies. So combine shopping with a fun night out in this center.

Covered shopping centers in South Holland

Zoetermeer city center

Stadshart Zoetermeer is not only a shopping center, but also a home for the people who live above zit cultural center. Dive into a mix of boutiques and mega-stores, including Media Markt, TK Maxx, JD Sports, Douglas, Rituals, H&M, Mango, Just Brands, Foot Locker, Albert Nolten, Normal and the Douwe Egberts Cafe. And if that’s not enough, Stadshart Zoetermeer spoils you with an abundance of tasty dining and chill spots.

Westfield Mall of the Netherlands

The youngest indoor shopping center in the Netherlands can be found in Leidschendam, next to The Hague. Westfield Mall of the Netherlands. In this international-looking mall you will find no less than 280 entrepreneurs where you can shop, eat, drink and have a great time. Several luxury flagship stores, the chains you would expect to find in a mall, a real foodmarket and several restaurants, coffee corners and lunchrooms. But also a cinema (Kinepolis Leidschendam), hairdresser and spa. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it at Westfield Mall of the Netherlands. Because the mall is new, it can be quite busy at times. If you enter the name of the mall on Google Maps, you’ll find a live pressure gauge, where you can see how busy it is there. Handy right!

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The Old and New Passage in The Hague

For several years,the Passage in The Hague has consisted of two parts. The Old Passage and the New Passage. The old passage exudes a beautiful and classic allure with its high arches and beautiful ceilings. Buy gifts at the Nespresso Boutique, Van Os, Akkerman, Pandora and Douglas. For your perfect outfit succeed at La Ligne, Gerry Weber, Mango, Hallhuber, We Ara Labels and SAM Friday. At DOK Home of Cooking you will find everything you need to prepare a wonderful feast. Hop & Stork helps you get great stuff for the coffee table, as do Leonidas and Simon Lévelt.

The Gardens of Westland

You can also store without getting wet in the Westland. Namely in Naaldwijk, at De Tuinen. You can go here for your daily or household needs, treat yourself to something tasty at Juliana, Bonbon Bleu Blanc or BOU Brasserie or score a completely new outfit at one of the clothing stores such as Gerry Weber, Mauve L’Atelier, OPEN32 and Shoeby. And finish your look at one of the wellness stores such as beautyX, Rituals and BrainWash.

Alexandrium Shopping Center in Rotterdam

The largest indoor shopping center in Rotterdam is Alexandrium. Most of us know Alexandrium mainly as a home furnishing boulevard, but actually this shopping center is divided into three parts. The megastores, the home mall and the shopping center. In this last part you will find 140 stores in the field of fashion, accessories, personal care, kids, electronics and of course the necessary catering. Everything you need can be found in Alexandrium.
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Mall Zuidplein in Rotterdam

Another great shopping center to visit in Rotterdam is Zuidplein, which is located a stone’s throw away from AHOY. Here you will find a mix of well-known chains like America Today, Jack & Jones and Mango and local boutiques like Lara Mode, Invogue and Zoya Fashion. From fashion to electronics, with 165 stores you’ll find everything under one roof here.

MODEHUIS VOORWINDEN in ‘s-Gravendeel

One of our personal favorites for indoor shopping is Modehuis Voorwinden in s-Gravendeel. This fashion house covers an area of 8,000 m2 and really has everything to succeed for a completely new outfit or even a whole new wardrobe. But you can also find beautiful gifts in the field of beauty and wellness. You will find different departments divided by brand, clothing, shoes, lingerie, perfumes and skin care. Of course, there is also a breakdown for him and her. So be sure to bring your loved one along and make a day of it!

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Credits photos: OpstapmetLisa, The Hague marketing and www.canva.com

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