Oudemanhuispoort book market is situated in a secret passage with a hidden courtyard the oudemanhuispoort or old mans house gate is a passage near the faculty of law of the university of amsterdam where second hand textbooks, prints and sheet music are sold. Apr, 2018 secondhand stores, vintage shops, thrift stores in amsterdam whatever you call them, they all have one thing in common. An independent, oneman business providing quality used books since 1978 we want to buy your books. Oudemanhuispoort is a large 17thcentury building that is currently owned by the university of amsterdam. Photo about buildings, netherlands, europe, landmarks, ijhallen, holland, biggest, bargains, endurance. Is there a site in netherlands like kijiji for buying used. Sep 27, 2017 boekenmarkt oudemanhuispoort cn, oudemanhuispoort, 1012 amsterdam opening hours. I bought this book because id heard good things about it. Secondhand vintage fashion market, ijhallen, amsterdam. I thought it was some kind of spy political espionage story. Although it may take time rummaging, finding affordable, ontrend clothing is rarely difficult in amsterdam, thanks to the citys many secondhand shops.
You will find a mix of old, rare and outofprint books mainly in dutch but also some in english, french and german as. Munich can also do antiques, vintage, secondhand and above all, flea markets. The spui book market boekenmarkt specialises in a variety of secondhand books and is attended by around 25 book dealers from around the country. For over 20 years this book market attracts booklovers from the netherlands as well as from abroad. Ijhallen is a huge secondhand market in amsterdam that sells almost everything. One of the most popular ways to discover what amsterdam has to offer is by visiting a flea market. The growing market in used books university of california. From valuable antiques to secondhand bargains, its a browsers heaven. An independent, oneman business providing quality used books since 1978.
Boekenmarkt oudemanhuispoort cn, oudemanhuispoort, 1012 amsterdam opening hours. Book market at old mens gate, every day not sunday my personal favorite. The albert cuyp market is probably the best known and one of the best loved of amsterdam s general markets. Waterlooplein flea market in amsterdam waterlooplein flea market is a big outdoor bazaar, best for the second hand clothing and full of general bricabrac. Its easy to browse for hours in the maze of secondhand clothes, african drums, tiedye shirts, antique rugs and furniture and bricabrac of all kinds. Bookshops selling used english books amsterdam forum. What the spui book market lacks in new fiction it makes up for in a. The best place to find a second hand bike or sell your beloved twowheeler here in amsterdam. Please, take into account these options if you would like to sell your second hand goods. A guide to amsterdams best record shops the vinyl factory.
If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Second hand archieven waterloopleinmarkt amsterdam. It is a public secret that the flea market at waterlooplein is one of the best place for true bargains, from second hand clothing to silver cutlery and from army boots to marijuana starter kits. Munich has more to offer than champagne, high heels and the english garden. This square in the heart of amsterdam hosts a couple of weekly markets. Ijhallen flea market amsterdam 2020 all you need to know. Im moving there in a few months and am hoping to buy used things like furniture, electronics, etc. The dutch book market is strictly regulated and in general prices tend to be. A oneman business, this independent store has nonfiction and travel books downstairs, fiction upstairs plus a basement with fantasy, psychology and politics. Ive read a few of mcewans works and am quite a fan. Despite being named after an old dutch painter, the only thing dutch about the albert cuyp market is that it encapsulates amsterdams reputation as a harmonious melting pot of different cultures. Oudemanhuispoort amsterdam, netherlands atlas obscura.
A 10% increase in new book prices would raise used sales by less than 1% small crossprice elasticity, and used books market encourages people to buy books since. Rumour even has it that munich is the most affordable place to shop for vintage. Waterlooplein flea market is a big outdoor bazaar, best for the second hand clothing and full of general bricabrac. One hundred and thirtytree years ago established, six days a week and about three hundred stalls, one of the nicest and friendliest places in the heart of amsterdam. Oudemanhuispoort book market oudemanhuispoort is a large 17thcentury building that is currently owned by the university of amsterdam. New, used, second hand books on display in european market. See all 3 ijhallen flea market tours on tripadvisor.
Concealed along the citys canals are cavelike treasure troves of secondhand books, attics packed with preloved literary treats and inconspicuous markets. Welcome to the website of the amsterdam book market at the spui. Selfdescribed as the best secondhand bookshop in amsterdam, the. Second hand market at waterlooplein the waterloo square waterlooplein has even been honored in a famous amsterdam song in the melody of aux champselysees and it deserves it.
If you are in love with markets, you are in love with amsterdam. Waterlooplein flea marketamsterdams largest flea market is like 200 garage sales going on at once and the neighborhood is home to the posh and the tacky. Its not uncommon to find beardstroking scholarly types browsing through the sartre section of this secondhand book market in a quaint. Waterlooplein flea market amsterdam the oldest flea market. Its entrance is concealed behind two monumental gates that lead to a covered walkway which is populated by a number of secondhand book dealers. Also, its very short and every now and again i like to read novellas and change the pace a little. If you would like to chat with us, please, drop us a line at. Please post any european or netherlands like sites that are like. These awesome vintage stores are mainly concentrated around the citys historic centre and are often within walking distance from one another for example, bis, episode waterlooplein and kiloshop. Once a month, two industrial warehouses are filled with 750. Amsterdams spui square hosts a bustling book market every friday. Amsterdams best flea markets iamexpat in the netherlands. An independent, one man business providing quality used books since 1978. Certainly the usedbook market has undergone tremendous change in large part because of the internet.
The market is over one kilometre long, and stocks everything from food, flowers, spices and household wares to clothing, hardware and the occasional exotic find. This is amsterdams largest secondhand english book store operating since 1978 located just east of the city centre on the kloveniersburgwal canal. Amsterdam shopping guide where to go and what to buy. Secondhand and flea markets in munich meininger hotels. Amsterdam book market at the spui amsterdam sights. Is there a site in netherlands like kijiji for buying used goods. Theres a maze of secondhand goods, from old globes and hanging lamps, to african drums, antique rugs and used bikes. Mar 01, 2020 every friday of the year, from 10 am to 6 pm on the spui square, in the city center of amsterdam, you can visit boekenmarkt op het spui, a book market where you can find old, rare, second hand and outofprint books. Vendors gather every friday from the furthest reaches of the netherlands, to offer a. Amsterdam has a number of wonderful bookshops, but books in english are usually quite. Ideally situated amongst bookstores, youll find a collection of tents sheltering secondhand and antique books at the book market on spui. Aug 17, 2019 second hand clothes in piles on waterlooplein market amsterdam.
The oldest flea market in amsterdam, vintage, antique, clothing, food, drinks and much more. Go treasure hunting at the biggest flea market in europe where bargain hunters and shopping lovers unite. Waterlooplein flea market amsterdams largest flea market is like 200 garage sales going on at once and the neighborhood is home to the posh and the tacky. Certainly the used book market has undergone tremendous change in. On the up and up a poor economy drives supply and demand.
This is amsterdams largest secondhand english book store. Every friday all kind of books are to be found at the spui book market in amsterdam. Its easy to browse for hours in the maze of second hand clothes, african drums, tiedye shirts, antique rugs and furniture and bricabrac of all kinds. The weekly book market takes place on the spui, and offers secondhand and antique books in all kinds of languages. We recommend booking ijhallen flea market tours ahead of time to secure your spot. This is a secondhand book market located in the passage between the streets of kloveniersburgwal and oudezijds achterburgwal. Made by hand is the second such book by the australian stylist and photographer pia jane bijkerk, who specializes in photographing still life. Photo about books, european, bookworms, dutch, condition, affordable, display, arranged, cover, colorful. Traditionally oldest and most interesting market of amsterdam, waterlooplein has been during the last decennias connected with the youth culture. The 6 best secondhand shops in amsterdam culture trip. Waterloo square is the oldest flea market of amsterdam but also in the netherlands. Amsterdam s most famous flea market offers clothing, bags, jewelry, furniture and other finds. Het fort van sjakoo amsterdam is a hotbed for independent thinking, which is what makes het fort van sjakoo such unique bookshop.
The hidden secrets of amsterdam the 500 hidden secrets. How unwanted secondhand books became big business hear it from the experts let our global subject matter experts broaden your perspective with timely insights and opinions you cant find. Unique stalls selling unusual and vintage clothing, rare antiques, quirky gifts, books and second hand bikes. The name refers to the history of the surrounding historic buildings, which used to be guest houses for the elderly. Jun 22, 2011 10 of the best places to shop for bargains in amsterdam.
Buy this book the 500 hidden secrets of amsterdam reveals offthebeatentrack places and interesting details for anyone whos keen to explore amsterdam s bestkept secrets. Where to find secondhand english language books in amsterdam. If you have good titles and authors, and your books are in good condition, bring them by or send us a list by email. If you care about the planet, care about your bank account, and youre in the amsterdam area, you must take a look at all of these options perfect. This weekly event has been taking place for almost 20 years and usually attracts around 25 professional booksellers. Amsterdams villagelike warren of old shops yielded hundreds of interesting objects that serve as the subjects for her work.
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