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Category Archives: Shop by city
Rauw – Vegetarian Cafe in Sittard
Rauw is located near the corner where Hema and V&D meet in Sittard. This all vegetarian and mostly vegan cafe has a lot to offer in its small footprint. They have all of the usual cafe offerings for coffee and tea, … Continue reading
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Tagged cafe, restaurant, Sittard, vegan, vegetarian
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Aquis Plaza – Aachen Mall
There’s a new mall in town. Aquis Plaza is a 3 story indoor mall that has opened near Aachen’s city center. There are over 90 shops and 20 eateries, so there is plenty of variety. Here are some highlights. TK Maxx … Continue reading
Cafe Bagett – Heinsberg
Cafe Bagett is just off of the main shopping street in Heinsberg. As you might expect from the name, the main fare here is sandwiches. Warm baguettes, cold baguettes, tosties, and salads are all on the menu, which you can view … Continue reading
Posted in American, Heinsberg, Restaurants
Tagged cafe, Heinsberg, restaurant, sandwich
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Nazi Dokumentations Zentrum – Cologne
If you are interested in history (especially WWII), this is an informative and compelling place to visit. Located in Cologne, this center still has the cells that held those waiting for documentation. There are stories throughout and lots of information. … Continue reading
Primark Clothing Store
Located in various cities in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, this store is like a big version of H&M. I saw 3-10 euro shirts, 10 euro pants, 1 euro for 2 pairs of cozy socks, 12 euro for cardigans and … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Cologne
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Where to Park in Maasticht
There are quite a few options for parking in Maastricht, all of which can be reviewed on their handy website. Here is my opinion on some of the options available. Park and Walk Cabergerweg – Cabergerweg, Maastricht €1,50/hour up to … Continue reading
Posted in Maastricht, Resources/Help
Tagged maastricht parking, parking, vrijthof square
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Bisschopsmolen – Flour Mill and Bakery – Maastricht
Located close to the Vrijthof Square is this original flour mill and restaurant. Although it can be much simpler to grind wheat in a more advanced setting, this company prefers to use its centuries old water mill to grind the … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Maastricht, Other, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged bakery, bread, flour, mill, pastries
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Taart – High Tea in Maastricht
Recommended by a German friend, I set up a tea date with two friends. If you have never had high tea let me explain the basics. Although once a working persons “Afternoon Tea” it has since been adapted to mean … Continue reading
Posted in Maastricht, Other, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged girls day, high tea, quiche, taart, tart, tea, tee
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Kasteel Limbricht – Limbricht NL
Located a short drive from GK is the Kasteel Limbricht. Although today it is used as a restaurant, bowling centre, and overall tourist destination, it was once a beautiful fortress. From In Your Pocket Guide: The current building, which was … Continue reading
Posted in Castles, Other, Restaurants, Sittard, Things to do
Tagged bowling, castle, group bowling, group dinner, group parties, moat
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Zum Goldenen Einhorn – The Golden Unicorn- Aachen
Located in one of the many beautiful and historic buildings surrounding the Aachen Cathedral is Sum Goldenen Einhorn. This translates into the Golden Unicorn. The building was once the horse stables for the town center and the restaurant plays off … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, German, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged Aachen, Cathedral, eat, food, Market, restaurant, square, where to eat in Aachen
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Kruidvat
Kruidvat reminds me of a Dutch version of CVS or Walgreens. They have a little bit of everything, from makeup and hair items to baby products and items to clean your house. They are also one of the stores that … Continue reading
Toko Lim–Asian Market
I am always just one ingredient shy of the perfect recipe. Especially when it comes to Asian food. However, on a recent trip out to Sittard, a friend showed me the place to go!Toko LimRijksweg Zuid 2A, 6131AN Sittard031 – … Continue reading
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V & D department store
Website: http://www.vd.nl/ This store (which I frequent in the Sittard market place) is a normal department store that could be compared to JC Penny’s. The clothes are fashionable and varied. They have name brands and great prices and sales. We shopped … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Craft/Home decor, Shoes, Shop by city, Shopping, Sittard
Tagged clothes, household, shoes, stationary, this and that
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Eetcafe Pretzels – Sittard Whiskey Bar and Restaurant
This whiskey bar has it all. I don’t care how many you’ve tasted, you have barely begun denting the list of whiskeys that they carry! With a range for everyone’s preference and budget, this is a quaint bar that is … Continue reading
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Blokker
Not really sure I can accurately compare this store to anything in the U.S., but it is a nice store. While it is a bit small in some cities, most bigger cities in the Netherlands have one. It usually has … Continue reading
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Simla – Indian Restaurant in Sittard
If you have been craving Indian food, this is the place to go. They have a wide variety of dishes available (listed on their website), including vegetarian options. The dishes will come as Dutch non-spicy unless you request for it … Continue reading
Where to park at Aachen Centrum
There are plenty of parking options in Aachen. You can check out all of them online (including hours and rates) at APAG. Here are out favorites in terms of proximity and price. Parkhaus Rathaus Parkhaus Büchel
Black & White – Formal/Semi-Formal Dresses
Black & White has recently closed (Jan 2015). This post is still published to hopefully save you from making the drive to Heinsberg based on old information. An alternative to this store is Autumn’s Glamour in Sittard. I have seen … Continue reading
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De Trechter Cafe – Sittard
If you’re looking for a lunch option in the Sittard Markt at a similar price point as Bagels & Beans, this is your cafe. De Trechter is a good sized cafe, located next-door to the oldest building on the square. … Continue reading
Kölner Dom – Cologne
The Kölner Dom is a huge landmark in the middle of Cologne. It’s always an impressive site, no matter how many times you see it. You can roam around the inside of the cathedral for free (with an option for … Continue reading
Glutenvrije Super – Gluten Free Grocery Store
As the name implies, this grocery store specializes in allergen free products. Their website is extensive and allows you to see all of their products online. The store seems to do most of their business as an online grocery store, … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Maastricht, Sittard
Tagged allergens, allergy, gluten-free, grocery, lactose-free
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Früh Brewery in Cologne
Früh is one of many Kölsch breweries in Cologne. A list of all of them can be found here. The Früh Brauhaus is located less than a block away from the Dom (and across the street from a Starbucks), making it … Continue reading
Pizza Hut – Dusseldorf and Cologne
PIZZA HUT!!!! A slice of the American (pizza) Pie….. What more can I say about this place? The pan pizzas are just like at home (there is also an Italian and Cheesy Crust option). You can get actual pepperoni pizza … Continue reading
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Barbarella Cupcake Cafe – Aachen
An adorable cafe of pink and white, Barbarella is the perfect place to sit with the girls and chit chat. Any girl from age 2-100 will adore the delicious options for cupcakes and the sweet and fun atmosphere. The cupcake selection … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, American, German, Ice cream
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TK Maxx
TK Maxx is almost exactly the same as TJ Maxx. I visited the store in Neumarkt, Cologne, which is about the same size as your usual TJ Maxx. The store contains a ton of clothes, shoes, purses, luggage, housewares, everything … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Cologne, Craft/Home decor, Shoes, Toys
Tagged bonn, cologne, discounts, Duesseldorf, Koeln
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HEMA
HEMA is one of my favorite places to go. You’ll see them everywhere, with their big capital red letters outside of each store, calling you inside. This store has a little bit of everything, you can browse their website to … Continue reading
Pannenkoeken & Meer – Maastricht
This was my first experience with Dutch pancakes. The pancakes are larger and flatter than traditional American pancakes and the toppings are quite a bit different. Mine had ham, onions and cheese on it and ended up tasting more like … Continue reading
Shopping Guides for the Big Cities
I’m a planner, even when it comes to shopping, and especially when it comes to shopping in the big cities. There are so many stores in Cologne that you can easily spend all day in their shopping district and not … Continue reading
VVV – Netherlands Tourism
The VVV is the place to find out about activities and events going on in the Netherlands. As the tourism offices, it’s their business to know these things and to encourage you to explore the area. I visited the VVV … Continue reading
Posted in General Local Info, Maastricht, Sittard, Travel Tips and Resources
Tagged Epen, Gulpen, Heerlen, Sittard, tourism, Vaals, Valkenburg
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Mckaela’s Tea Leafs and Coffee Beans in Sittard
Mckaela’s is located a stone’s throw away from Bagels and Beans in the Sittard Markt area. This shop is a tea and coffee lovers dream. The tea selection is enormous, and if you can’t choose one, you can buy sample … Continue reading
Meubel Depot -Used/Antique furniture
Another wonderful way to pick up some local furniture of quality is to buy it second hand. Stores like Bis-bis and Meubel Depot are great places to look for these treasures that have been well cared for by their first … Continue reading
Posted in Furniture, Sittard, Used items
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The Whisky Friend – Sittard
I know there are quite a few whiskey collectors out there and have I got the store for you. Located in the Sittard Markt area, the Whisky Friend is small, but has quite a selection to choose from. There are … Continue reading
Tappas Sittard
Tapas! How can you say no? We recently went here with friends and got to try a little bit of everything. My hubby and I split a tapas feast for 2 while our friends ordered À la carte from the menu. It was a fun … Continue reading
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Bis-Bis
In Sittard there are a few places that you can buy used furniture. It is often in excellent condition, made from real wood, sometimes antique, and always a wonderful deal! One on my favorite places to look is the two story building … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Craft/Home decor, Furniture, Sittard, Used items
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Ocean Wok Paradise- Sittard
Located in Sittard, the Ocean Wok Paradise is a moderately upscale Asian Buffet. If you go right near opening hours the atmosphere is perfect. They only serve dinner, however do offer take-out at lunch time. The atmosphere is what I … Continue reading
Markets in the Local Area- Plus Late Night Shopping!
Markets and Late Night Shopping in the Local Area TOWN MARKET DAYS LATE NIGHT SHOPPING Amstenrade Thurs morning Beek Wed morning Fri Brunssum Sat morning Thurs Elsloo Sat morning Fri Eygleshoven Sat 10.00-17.00 hrs Geleen Thurs, Sat all day Thurs … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Geilenkirchen, Heinsberg, Maastricht, Markets, NO COST, Other markts, Sittard
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Trinkgut
There are three Trinkgut businesses in the area, their addresses and opening times are given below. As the store name implies, this is a place to buy anything that you drink: beer, wine, liquor, water, soda, juice, they have everything. … Continue reading
Posted in Drinks/Beverages, Food, Geilenkirchen, Heinsberg
Tagged Beer, Drinks, Geilenkirchen, Heinsberg, Ubach-Palenberg, Wine
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Schuhcenter & Schuhtreff -Shoe Stores in Heinsberg
Owned by the same company and across the street from each other, these two stores are a worth while stop. Although they did have a few identical pairs of shoes at both of the stores, for the most part, each … Continue reading
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Restaurant Palladion – Greek food in Aachen
Can you say YUMMY?!? A friend and I went to this Greek Restaurant and ate outside with a wonderful view and excellent service. Don’t bother asking for ketchup though because that doesn’t exist here. LOL I ordered a schnitzel and was very pleased with … Continue reading
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FC Moto
If you are looking for gear for your motorcycle or scooter, this is a large one-stop-shop. With lots of helmets to choose from, you won’t know where to start. They carry most major brands and they also carry the big … Continue reading
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Yumi All you can eat! – Japanese Sushi & Grill Restaurant, Sittard, NL
Yumi is located in the Sittard Centrum next to Thaiphoon and is an “all you can eat” Sushi restaurant. This was a wonderful place to eat and we adored the view of the Sittard Centrum. Compared to other sushi places we’ve tried, … Continue reading
Mosae Forum : Maastricht
The large town of Maastricht has a mall atop the parking structure that you use to visit the architecture and history. It is called the Mosae Forum and it’s pretty awesome! Maas is plumb full of shops, but only in this mall can … Continue reading
Posted in Cities, Clothing, Craft/Home decor, Food, Maastricht
Tagged Maastricht, mall, Mosae Forum
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C&A Clothing
C&A is a franchise specializing in clothing. Their stores can offer an entire families clothing options depending on which city you find one in, but I especially enjoy their children’s clothing. Their looks are affordable, chic, and always cutting edge. … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, Clothing, Cologne, Heinsberg, Sittard
Tagged C&A, children's clothing, kids, shopping
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H&M
H&M does not really need an introduction to this page, but for those new to the area: It’s a shopping paradise. The clothes are European, plentiful, and best of all- CHEAP! I used to love Charlotte Russe in the States and … Continue reading
Van Haren – Shoes – Sittard
A large and inexpensive shoe store, this is one of my favorite places to pop by and try on the latest styles. In the fall and winter, they change the stock to boots and then I really go crazy. The … Continue reading
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Thaiphoon – Restaurant – Sittard
Owned by the people that brought us Thai Garden, this restaurant is located right in the heart of Sittard’s Center. There is plenty of seating inside, but the thing that Thaiphoon has over Thai Garden is that you can sit … Continue reading
Sausalitos – Restaurant – Aachen/Cologne
I’ll concede that it’s not authentic mexican food I’ve ever had (I lived in Tucson for almost a decade before GK so I know what authentic mexican is! YUM). However, after eating at SEVERAL “mexican” restuarants, I have found this … Continue reading
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Intertoys – Aachen
Equivalent to toys-r-us, this store had a wonderful selection of children’s toys and a large array of legos to choose from. If Santa shopped in Germany, I’m sure this is where he’d go. It is just a short walk from the Aachen center. … Continue reading
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Nanu-Nana – Aachen
For some fun craft and gift items, this is a great store to look through. They have lots of different items to choose from and were very well priced. I ended up leaving with some postcards that had a painting … Continue reading
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Villakunterbunt – Aachen
I love walking into this store because it isn’t just children’s toys. The main level is filled with fun home décor items and some fun gag-gifts. Some of the stuff is very cute and I do have trouble not buying … Continue reading
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Schneiderwind – Aachen Cigar/whiskey/hookah shop
My husband drooled all over himself in this store. It is loaded with more cigar and whiskey options then you thought existed. With amazing selection and even rare collections, this is a wonderful place to take the man that loves … Continue reading
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RS – Furniture store -Aachen
A high quality furniture store (Julie a fellow HereAtGk reader compared it to Pier1), this beautiful selection of wood furniture is just right for any home. The cost is reasonable for most of the items and they have a large … Continue reading
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Porta- Furniture/Home decor SUPERSTORE -Aachen
If you can’t find it here, you’re not gonna find it. This four story building is bigger then most malls in the U.S. and it’s filled with furniture of every kind. You name it, they sell it. Porta also has … Continue reading
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Cook & Co.
Located just a short walk from the Sittard market, this store is a jewel for anyone who loves to cook or have parties. With hundreds of fun items to either decorate your cake, display it, or more, this is your … Continue reading
Eis Brustolon
I love ice cream. This is my second favorite place locally and it beat out many taste tests from all over the area. My favorite is the Snickers, but pretty much anything you order is gonna be to die for. … Continue reading
Hahn Wohnen mit Kontrasten
A cute place to find seasonal decorations for you home without having to leave the area. They rotate the stock constantly and everything is very high end quality. I love to take a quick peak each month. If you let … Continue reading
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Thai Garden- Thai food restaurant, Sittard, NL
This is one of my favorite things in this world. I love thai food and it is especially delicious here! They serve it mild so if you want it spicey, you need to let them know when you order it. … Continue reading
T€DI – the starting from one € store
This is your average dollar store. Most items are 1-2 € with the occasional things being more. The most expensive thing I’ve ever run across personally was a vase that was 10€. The store is constantly rotating the products available, … Continue reading
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Woolworth
A steal of a deal for some things. I thought the curtains were something my wallet could smile at and I found a few small items for my bathroom too. All in all, its worth a look but don’t expect … Continue reading
Posted in Appliances, Clothing, Craft/Home decor, Heinsberg
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Happy Preis
Decorating your home? Time for holiday cheer? Need a special gift for a loved one or friend? Look no further! This inexpensive and quaint store offered many choices of decorations and gift type items. It contained the most selection I’ve seen and … Continue reading
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Papier & Mehr
This store is a scrapbookers dream. If you are crafty, I recommend stopping by for a peek. Pens and markers and anything else you can think of are available in every color imaginable. The paper comes in color, white, card … Continue reading
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Fressnapf – Pet store
This pet store carries anything you need that Schinnen doesn’t have available. The items like Dog Beds can be quite pricey compared with similar ones in the states. Trust me, I have three large dogs so I know all about … Continue reading
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Dänischen Bettenlagers
“Danish Bed store” is a small chain store that has items to decorate your home. Furniture, pictures, curtains, tableclothes, and more. A definite good find in my book, I love going into this store. During the summer they have patio … Continue reading
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Kaufland
Built in late 2011, this store is a fun place to shop with lots of easy parking. It has a parking garage that our full sized pick up truck fits in easily. I have seen a four door F150 park … Continue reading
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Köln (Cologne) Christmas Market
The Cologne Market begins in the Centrum and expands over the city. In total there were 7 different markets. Each had their own entrance and used unique gluhwein mugs. This market is considered to be one of the larger markets … Continue reading
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Real
Real is your German Super Walmart. It has a wonderful selection of gluten free and lactose free items for families with special food needs. You can purchase cheap and fresh dairy, fruit, veggies, etc. There is a large selection of … Continue reading
Posted in Appliances, Clothing, Food, Furniture, Hardware, Health and Beauty, Heinsberg, Outdoor/Camping, Shoes
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Aldi
If you are from the South East, you may have heard of this store. Aldi is a German company, which explains their unique way of running their business in the states. You can also find Aldi in the Netherlands. This … Continue reading
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Mobau Bauzentren
Mobau is like Ace hardware or a small Home Depot. A smaller store but a great selection of hardware and such. Übach-Palenburg Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 16-18 52531 Übach-Palenberg Gangelt and Heinsberg Sittarder Str. 62 52538 Gangelt Industriestr. 44 52525 Heinsberg Aachen Dresdener … Continue reading
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Rewe
These are located in several places throughout the local towns. Rewe is one of several grocery store chains in the area. They are usually connected to a bakery/cafe and drink market as well. The size of these stores varies, but … Continue reading
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Deichmann
Think Payless Shoe source and this is your place. Higher quality shoes then you will find at Real but not high end shoes like at the Natex or other shoe stores. Lots of choices though and my favorite place for … Continue reading
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DM
DM ore Drogerie Markt is like your typical Walgreens or CVS. This is a great place to get tea, make up, diapers, lotions, emergency items, toiletries (including travel size) and more. You can also get photos developed here. If you … Continue reading
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Sittard Market – Thursdays
There are two parking garages in Sittard. Both cost €1,00/hr with a max day tariff of €5,00. ABC Parking: Walstraat 67, Sittard, The Netherlands (This garage closes at 9pm M-F and 7pm on Sat, Closed on Sunday) If your trip is … Continue reading
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