We start the tour at De Plek! And as the store its name suggests, this is the place to be if you're looking for beautiful, vintage clothing.
Nice blouses made of viscose or the perfect Levi's jeans, beautiful leather jackets and awesome accessories: everything can be found here. From the rockin' 50s to the grunge 90s! There's something for everyone.
De Plek is located in a beautiful building called 'De Gladde Gevel'. It is one of the oldest buildings in Leeuwarden and dates back to the 16th century!
Opening hours
mon 13:00 - 18:00
tue 12:00 - 18:00
wed 12:00 - 18:00
thu 12:00 - 18:00
fri 12:00 - 18:00
sat 11:00 - 17:00
sun closed
Regverdig is African for 'justice' and that name wasn't chosen by accident! Owner Julia advocates for more fair world, starting with your own closet.
At Regverdig, clothes are brought in by visitors. The clothes are checked, steamed and given a small price. As a contributor of clothing, you can also make money from it, as you get back a percentage of what was sold!
Regverdig is full of fun, contemporary clothing for men and women. Brands like Zara, Nike, Fabienne Chapot and Obey can always be found here, and in addition, Regverdig also sells handmade jewelry, candles and other accessories made by local small business owners.
Will you score your new outfit here?
Opening hours
mon closed
tue 11:00 - 18:00
wed 11:00 - 18:00
thu 11:00 - 18:00
fri 11:00 - 18:00
sat 11:00 - 18:00
sun closed
Vintage clothing, furniture and accessories: at Designed for Maria you will find everything! This cozy vintage shop is located on one of the most charming canals, the Gardens.
You'll find unique items from different time periods. From the 1980s, we go all the way back to the roaring 20s! An awesome place for the O.G. vintage lover, in other words.
Openingstijden
mon closed
tue closed
wed 12:30 - 17:30
thu 12:30 - 17:30
fri 13:00 - 17:30
sat 12:30 - 17:30
sun closed
Van Oud naar Goud (From Old to Gold) is a cozy shop-in-shop where you can still browse the old-fashioned way!
Because the store is full of stalls from different vendors, the selection is diverse: from LPs to clothing and from antique cat figurines to vintage Brabantia items. The choice is vast!
Opening hours
mon closed
tue 10:30 - 17:00
wed 10:30 - 17:00
thu 10:30 - 17:00
fri 10:30 - 17:00
sat 10:30 - 17:00
sun closed
In one of the beautiful streets - the Vijzelstraat - in the center of Leeuwarden, you'll find Madelief. A quirky store with a wide range of second-hand clothes, shoes and accessories, as well as small items made by local entrepreneurs. Owner Inge started the store 23 years ago.
Madelief's collection consists of hip, modern and quality women's clothing from the better brands. Shoes, bags and other accessories complete the assortment. The collection refreshes daily through constant input and sales. The daily changing collection keeps shopping at Madelief so surprising and totally fun!
Through careful selection, there is always high quality women's clothing hanging in the store. This mainly involves beautiful brand clothing that is now very pleasantly priced. Madelief is the ideal alternative to complete the wardrobe and give your good clothes a second chance.
Opening hours
mon closed
tue closed
wed 10:00 - 17:00
thu 10:00 - 17:00
fri 10:00 - 17:00
sat 12:00 - 17:00
sun closed
Don't be fooled when you stand in front of Sylvia's Sneupwinkel. Although at first glance it looks like a small house, this is one of the largest, deepest second-hand stores in downtown Leeuwarden.
The store's name is no accident. Make sure you take your time when you go to Sylvia's Sneupwinkel, because sniff around you will! This hidden gem is filled from floor to ceiling with the coolest blouses, the prettiest pants, festive accessories and the craziest themed clothing.
Roaring twenties party? To Sylvia! Looking for a vintage wedding dress? To Sylvia! Áll vintage lovers, both men and women can indulge themselves here.
Opening hours
mon closed
tue 11:00 - 16:00
wed 11:00 - 16:00
thu 14:00 - 16:00
fri 11:00 - 16:00
sat 11:00 - 15:00
sun closed
Vintage Market has two locations in the old city center of Leeuwarden, including this beautiful store on the Voorstreek. In this space of more than 1000m2 you will find the vintage furniture and accessories of your dreams!
West Germany lamps, beautiful mid-century furniture and Murano glass vases: your home will look like a retro movie set when you're let loose here. And you often run into great discounts, too!
Not had enough after visiting this Vintage Market? Then hurry on over to the next location!
Opening hours
mon closed
tue closed
wed 13:00 - 17:30
thu 10:00 - 18:00
fri 10:00 - 18:00
sat 10:00 - 18:00
sun closed
In a beautiful, landmark building on St. Jacobs Street, you'll find a store filled with vintage clothing and furniture, art and design.
The cutest clothes from the 70s, 80s and 90s can be found here! From beautiful leather jackets to the perfect Carhartt jeans: if you sneak between Nozem and the Non's clothes, you'll never come home empty-handed. Looking for something specific? Then speak to owner Eowyn: chances are she has something lying around or will have a new shipment of vintage coming in soon!
In addition to clothing from Nozem and the Non, you'll also find furniture and accessories from Tolve Art & Design. The furniture and accessories are mostly mid-century and design. Owner Eelke knows how to find the real gems!
Opening hours
mon closed
tue 13:00 - 18:00
wed closed
thu 11:00 - 18:00
fri 11:00 - 18:00
sat 10:00 - 17:00
sun closed
**On the Nieuwestad, Leeuwarden's largest and busiest shopping street, you'll find LOOOOP: the second-hand clothing store with the mission to close the 'loop' when it comes to clothes!
At LOOOOP you won't just find second-hand clothes for a small price! When you're browsing through the clothing racks, you'll also come across plenty of graphic T's and vintage pants and sweaters. From deadstock to pre-loved gems. Be sure to stop by LOOOOP!
Opening hours
mon closed
tue 10:00 - 18:00
wed 10:00 - 18:00
thu 10:00 - 18:00
fri 10:00 - 18:00
sat 10:00 - 17:00
sun 12:00 - 17:00
Apple & Ei (Apple & Egg) already has several branches elsewhere in the country, but since January 2024, Leeuwarden is also the proud owner of this awesome second-hand clothing store! Although... Is this really second-hand?
The answer to that is short and sweet: yes! But the clothes look so good that you almost start to doubt.
Griet and the team guarantee with great enthusiasm the most beautiful second-hand clothes, shoes and accessories for men and women. The large assortment is replenished daily and makes for ever new discoveries. With the unsold clothing the store supports, among others, the Foundation Griet's Oogappeltjes, a foundation that builds a future for children with disabilities in Uganda. Double the good work, in other words!
At Apple & Ei you will find beautiful premium brands for a good price. Looking for a nice suit, a radiant dress or a neat blouse? Then pay a visit to this beautiful store on the Nieuwestad.
Opening hours
mon 13:00 - 18:00
tue 10:00 - 18:00
wed 10:00 - 18:00
thu 10:00 - 18:00
fri 10:00 - 18:00
sat 10:00 - 17:00
sun 12:00 - 17:00
Real Leewarders probably already knew this store as "Laura's Kledingkast," but with the move to a larger storefront, the store got a new name as well!
Does your heart beat faster with anything y2k-related? Then your luck is in at Wardrobe! From bedazzled tops to low-rise jeans and satin corset tops to the best vintage tracksuits, you name it. Shopping at Wardrobe is like getting your mother's wardrobe from 2002. In the best way possible, of course! Britney and X-tina, eat your heart out!
Besides awesome graphic T's, chunky loafers and Anastacia-like sunglasses, you'll also find brands like Adidas, Nike and Carhartt.
Opening hours
mon 13:00 - 18:00
tue 12:00 - 18:00
wed 12:00 - 18:00
thu 12:00 - 21:00
fri 12:00 - 18:00
sat 11:00 - 17:00
sun closed
Then grab your bike or car now! Let's get out of the city center, and on the road towards De Zwette: this industrial area is home to several thrift stores. From charity stores to shop-in-shops!
Are you joining us for a round of strune? In Leewarden, that's the word for snooping around, looking for fun items or adventure. At Strune you will find that, no doubt! Curiosities, brocante, retro and antiques, you'll find it all!
In the large store of owner Redbad you will find the most beautiful, crazy and interesting things. From insects cast in resin to items from the Second World War and from enamel kitchenware to a retro gumball machine, you name it. Who will you come strune around with?
Opening hours
mon closed
tues closed
wed 10:00 - 18:00
thu 11:00 - 18:00
fri 10:00 - 18:00
sat 10:00 - 18:00
sun closed
Estafette shows you the value and beauty of used items. Stroll at your leisure through our recycled interiors, vintage clothing, toys, tableware, stacks of books and beautiful upcycle collections. What items will you take home?
The Estafette Recycle Boulevard is located in a huge building, which used to be a furniture boulevard. Not only will you find fully equipped inspiration rooms, but also a cozy coffee corner (they serve soups and other yummy things daily!) and a valuable learning- and work space where students and volunteers learn all about circular impact. Second-hand, first choice!
Opening hours
mon 10:00 - 17:00
tue 10:00 - 17:00
wed 10:00 - 17:00
thu 10:00 - 17:00
fri 10:00 - 17:00
sat 10:00 - 17:00
sun closed
Vintage2YouStore is your gateway to the enchanting world of vintage. In this shop-in-shop you will discover the unique charm of the '60s, '70s and '80s.
The store owners offer you a carefully selected collection of vintage, retro, brocante and antique items and furniture that tell their own story. When doing this Vintage Tour, a visit to the Vintage2YouStore is a must!
Opening hours
mon closed
tue closed
wed 10:00 - 17:00
thu 10:00 - 17:00
fri 10:00 - 17:00
sat 10:00 - 17:00
sun closed
Are you really good at snooping around? Then you definitely can't skip thrift store Goederenland!
This large store is filled to the brim with stuff. From items like beds, couches, desks, cabinets and rugs to small glasses, vases, picture frames and other tiny items. True thrift fanatics can find their snoopers' hearts here.
Opening hours
mon 10:00 - 17:00
tue 10:00 - 17:00
wed 10:00 - 17:00
thu 10:00 - 17:00
fri 10:00 - 17:00
sat 10:30 - 16:30
sun closed
Kringloop ST.E.F. is a bit hidden in the Zwette industrial area, but it is worth a visit!
At thrift store ST.E.F. - also known as Stichting Emmaus Friesland - you are doing double duty. Of course you reduce your ecological footprint when you buy second-hand, but the proceeds also go to a good cause! ST.E.F. supports people in need, not only in the Netherlands but also in Eastern Europe. Shopping second hand at ST.E.F. will give you an extra good feeling.
Opening hours
mon closed
tue 12:00 - 16:00
wed closed
thu 12:00 - 16:00
fri 12:00 - 16:00
sat closed
sun closed