Shops in Groningen

Women looking for that special enchanting evening gown, gala dress or cocktail dress are sure to succeed at Catwalk. Catwalk always has a selection of over 2,000 gala, evening and cocktail dresses and skirts with accompanying tops. In addition, Catwalk is the most favourably-priced address in The Netherlands and also has accessories to complete your outfit. Catwalk is known for the largest supply of evening bags, evening shoes, jewellery and evening gloves. Come to Catwalk at number 21 in the Zwanestraat for casual women’s clothing by various brands, such as Helena Hart, Angelle Milan, Dreamstar, Diva Catwalk, N.E.D, FOS, Boris and the Myrna Goossen collection as from August2017.

SiO2 is located at the Oudeweg 20 in the city of Groningen. Jakobine von Dömming and Hein van de Water can be found in their glass studio almost on a daily basis and this is where they use various techniques, such as glassblowing and blending, stained glass, engraving and sandblasting. SiO2 has extensive experience in restoring stained windows and antique glassware, such as crystal carafes and other utensils. SiO2 provides almost any type of glass processing, advice and support in addition to workshops and glass techniques. They also sell a singular collection of dishes, lighting and glass objects, all of them handmade, for a reasonable price and naturally made from glass.

At our candlemakery you can make your own candles. There are different possibilities: from dipping your own candles to making a candle from your own hand (wax-hand)! ?In this candlemakery all candles are made by hand and in the old-fashioned way. Our shop is full of candles in all shapes and colours. From the sixties-dripping-candles to candles in the shape of a seal and even the famous Martinitoren of Groningen; you can find it at Wilhelmus! It is a true experience for all ages!

At Candlehouse Victoria it is possible to make your own candles, fun for young and old! Of course there is a large assortment of handmade candles, souvenirs and gifts.

The homely atmosphere immediately stands out at WOONN. Everything you see is for sale here: sofas, tables, chairs, paintings, lamps, chalk paints, carpets and vases. In addition, they have accessories to give as a present or complete your house. WOONN is not just any furniture shop: we have chosen to sell high-quality furniture of less known brands fitted out with affordable accessories and many decorative pillows and plaids. This combination, including high-quality service and expertise, ensures that WOONN has stood out in a special way from the day they opened their doors.

From the delicious aroma of chocolate in the shop, it is immediately evident that everything in the Luca bonbon atelier is hand-made. Craftsmanship, enthusiasm, their own recipes and the best natural ingredients ensure delicious creations from passion fruit, lemongrass and caramel bonbons to truffles and seasonal produce, chocolate letters for St Nicholas, Christmas biscuits, snowy houses for Christmas and chocolate eggs for Easter. In addition, there is ample choice in beautifully decorated bonbon-filled boxes. Opening hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10.30 am until 6 pm. Saturday from 10.30 am until 5 pm.

De Kaaskop is the most delicious shop for those who love the good life and who enjoy spending time with friends and would like to know about the origin of these delicacies. We love honest food, high-quality regional products and unexpected flavour combinations. We are open every day of the week. Also see  www.kaaskopgroningen.nl  and follow us on Facebook.

If you have a taste for delicious cheese, go to the Groningen Kaasboetiek that specialises in farmer’s cheese and sells a wide selection of foreign cheeses. A combination with cheese dippers, delicatessen, freshly roasted nuts, homemade leaven bread and glass of good wine complete your cheeseboard. Our selection of regional Groningen products includes mollebonen (roasted broad beans), Martini Tower liquorice, Groninger Knol’s koek (cake), regional cheeses and Groningen Kaatje (eggnog).

H. Witting & Zn has been a concept for hat lovers in Groningen and environs since 1876. The building looks old-fashioned, but the collection is quite to the contrary. The owners bring in the trendiest headwear from all parts of the world. Hats, caps, bonnets for women and men, trendy, affordable, high-quality and functional are the core words for their collection. World brands such as Borsalino, Stetson, Mayser, Kangol, Guerra and Witting are available in abundance. Items available vary with the seasons and are regularly updated and replenished. Fashion accessories such as scarves, gloves, braces, neckties, bow ties, walking canes, windproof umbrellas and night and underwear fashion compliment the selection of this particular hat shop.

Wadapartja simply stands for: ‘How very special.’ This is what any Groningen resident would say if they walk in somewhere or see something out of the ordinary or something special. And we are! At Wadapartja you can shop, eat and drink during the day and evening. We serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, homemade sweets and nice snacks & appetizers. One of the typical things about us, everything is for sale. We have a store, but also the tables, lamps, spoons and even the art on the walls is for sale! We find it important that you know what you eat. That’s why we use ‘Beter Leven *’ chicken and eggs, local Porc d’or pork and beef fromout the provence. We also work with a quite some local suppliers, like our Bax beers, biodynamic vegetables from ‘Eemstuin’, specialty coffee from Koffiestation and sustainable bread from our local baker Luuk. Locally is not so far away! Wadapartja is the place where people come together, are inspired by the experience and everyone is included in their very own way. Everyone is more than welcome! 

The Woonboulevard Groningen furniture strip (Peizerweg and Hoendiep) consists of over 60 shops! This is the place to be for kitchens, bathrooms, curtains, carpets, nurseries, playrooms, bedrooms, furniture, lighting, home interior accessories and garden decoration items. The Woonboulevard Groningen is easily accessible and has a free car park. In short, this is the ultimate place to go for a lovely day of shopping. Have a look on our website, which includes an overview of the shops at the Hoendiep and the Peizerweg, in addition to an overview of various special offers and campaigns. See you!

Bess is located in the lively Groningen entertainment centre and stocks various affordable, innovative and exclusive fashion brands. Our private Bess label anticipates the latest trends and customer requirements. Bess also produces custom-made clothes, including evening dresses and larger sizes. Presented in the wonderful backdrop of a 19th-century listed building, Bess is certainly worth a visit! Brands available include: Baum und Pferdgarten, MbyM, Mos Mosh, American Vintage, Zilch, Komodo, Ana Alcazar, Nathalie Vleeschouwer.  

Natural simplicity for your home, garden and kitchen Enjoying beautiful tableware, kitchen utensils that are a pleasure to work with, the perfume of herbal tea, the softness of soap. At Dille & Kamille they understand that happiness is often found in small things: in caring for nature and the world around you, in taking time to enjoy the everyday things: these are the things which make life pleasant. In this inspiring store it's all about 'natural simplicity'. Wherever possible Dille & Kamille chooses natural materials for its extensive collection. Everything is functional, authentic and well-designed. You'll get inspired by their 1001 cooking tools, everything for home baking, lots of kitchen utensils, oven dishes, cooking pots and cookbooks, aprons and oven mitts. Wooden chairs, table linen, glasses and dinner ware also form part of the collection. Next to this, you will find old-fashioned Dutch sweets, toys, children's books, postcards and stationary, nostalgic cleaning brushes, baskets, soaps and bath-accessories and even dried flowers, plants and gardening tools . Dille & Kamille is proud of its own tea range, which you can find at the 'kitchen counter', the heart of this store. You'll also find other tasty and organic goods here, like organic coffee, pasta and olive oil. And not to forget 70 different herbs and spices! The friendly staff will be pleased to help you with expert advice. Or take some time out to relax with a cup of coffee or tea. New items arrive every week, so there is always something for you to discover. Whether you are looking for a lovely gift for someone else or something desirable for yourself: you'll find it at Dille & Kamille!

A junction of roads, a meeting place of people in the city centre, with the distinct aroma of the East, the cordial warmth of the south, the light space of the north and the delights of the west. A household word in Groningen and its environs and known as the city’s Buddha shop, Yantra specialises in spirituality and living a conscious life. There are books, music, essential oils, incense, Buddha statues, meditation pillows and yoga mats available, as well as mineral rocks, jewellery and gifts. Yantra is a unique shop in the area of spirituality and the art of living.