Welcome to the city's favorite food market: Lindengracht Market

The beginnings and the present

Lindengracht was a canal until the end of the 19th century when it was eventually filled in as part of the modernisation process. The Renaissance Dutch artist Hercules Pieterszoon Seghers, well-known for his landscapes, used to live by the Lindengracht. Today, it is one of the most popular open air markets in Amsterdam. At Lindengracht Market, cheese lovers will be spoiled with a vast selection, and tasting before buying is allowed. Fresh fish, mussels and oysters are a hit with locals, as are the gourmet mushrooms, fruits, nuts and Dutch stroopwafels (two-layered waffles with a caramel filling). Those who enjoy Mediterranean food should stock up on hummus and olives at the Arab stands whereas Cafe Winkel 43 is known for its pea soup, apple pie and coffee. Lindengracht Market surprises visitors with its variety of produce, spanning everything from toys and household goods to imported products from China, shoes and DVDs. Stalls trading bicycle parts do predictably brisk business at this popular market place in Amsterdam, also known as the cycling city.

For an enjoyable experience

To get there, take tram 3 or 10 and alight at the Marnixbad station. Alternatively, walk along the scenic canals for 10 minutes from the central station. Open on Saturdays from 9 am until 4 pm, it's best to arrive as early as possible when the crowds are thin and the pickings plentiful. For a coffee break, stop at Mamma Rosetta and indulge in some people watching while sipping a cappuccino. The nearby Noordermarkt also takes place on Saturdays and is a great spot for antiques, organic products and vintage clothing. To fully enjoy the Lindengracht Market it is best to allow three or four hours. Join the locals each Saturday for one of Amsterdam's legendary street markets!

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Author: Lana de Wit

Guest Relations Manager at Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky

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