Welcome to the Vismarkt, where market stalls are set up 3 times a week in the early morning. The square under the smoke of de Akerk thus becomes a treasure chest of colours, smells and tastes. But with all those impressions, such a visit to the market can be quite overwhelming. Therefore, here are a few favourites of ours, at the Vismarkt.
The Eemstuin | Vegetables from around the corner
Every Friday - In the northern Groningen town of Uithuizermeeden, close to the Wadden Sea, lies the Eemstuin. A place where gardening is done the biodynamic way. What does that mean? That no poison or artificial fertilisers are used. That way it has as little impact as possible on the soil, plants, livestock and the people around us. Every Friday, the fresh harvest is displayed on the Vismarkt, so that everyone in Groningen can enjoy this true Groningen gold.
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Der Nudelladen | Chock-fresh Italian
Tuesday, Friday & Saturday - Although this stall bears a German name, you won't find German products here but Italian ones. Because they certainly know Italian food at Der Nudelladen. Brand-fresh pasta, ravioli with the most delicious fillings and surprising pestos make this stall a real treat for any foodie. Almost all products are handmade, just across the border in Oldenburg, and most ingredients are local and sustainable. Buon appetito!
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The Herbalist | Flavourings
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday - They are the real seasoning of the market: the Spice Specialist. With over a hundred different spices, they have the perfect ingredients here to take your dishes to the next level. But also for fresh tea, herb pastes and other seasonings, this is the place to be - add a little bit of spice!
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Breadneed | Organic bread & pastries
Tuesday, Friday & Saturday - Standing at the stall at Broodnodig, you understand that everything here sells like hot cakes. All the bread is organic and you can taste it. There is plenty of choice: from sourdough bread to rye and even gluten-free bread. Besides selling delicious bread here, you can also find sweet and savoury treats.
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De Groninger Kaasdame | Cheese with class
Tuesday, Friday & Saturday - Busy putting together a delicious cheeseboard? Fancy an evening of cheese fondue? Or do you just love eating a nice slice of cheese on your brown bread? Then look no further and drop by Groningen-based Mariella. At her stall The Cheese Lady, she sells mainly organic cheeses and many from the region. But also for more exotic cheeses such as Spanish manchego, French brie or cheese with truffle, this is the right place.
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Bionoot | Going nuts for nuts
The smell of toasted nuts; delicious and not to be missed when doing a round of the market. Deliciously natural and naturally delicious is what Bionoot stands for. At this stall, they sell freshly roasted organic nuts to which no oil has been added. In addition, the nuts are roasted in a hot-air oven, which ensures a delicious flavour. You can go here not only for nuts, but also for southern fruits, seeds and kernels.
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Straw waffle | Groninger icon
Tuesday to Saturday - A fresh warm treacle waffle, what could be tastier than that? And when you get one, do it at Stropiewafel. You might already know this stall, as Maarten and Erik from Stropiewafel are already causing a furore on Tiktok, where they have built up quite a following. But that's not the only reason they are known, their syrup waffles and other cakes are just great. And nowadays, you can also buy them in a nice Groninger tin, so be sure to pick up a Stropiewafel when you do your weekly shopping at the market.
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Naturally Martha | Sweet as honey
Friday & Saturday - Honey is not only heartily delicious, it has many other benefits. For instance, it can contribute to a healthier immune system, better digestion and has many other healing properties. They know better than anyone at Natuurlijk Martha that honey is a wonder drug. You can find all kinds of honey here: local, from further afield or in distinctive flavours. But they also have all kinds of other products with honey here, such as jams, hoary honey and beeswax cloths.
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Of course, the market is full of fantastic market stalls. You can get good pure and honest regional meat at De Marktslager or De Waddenslager, they have good and fresh fish at Vishandel André Smit or Vismakelaar Poisedon and you can get all kinds of Portuguese delicacies at Mister Portugal. And for tasty snacks, dips and olives, visit the stall at Le Souk or Basarz. Or just wander around the Vismarkt on Tuesday, Friday or Saturday and be surprised!
