Supermarkets in Amsterdam

From Albert Heijn, Jumbo through to Lidl and Aldi

Even if you are staying in a hotel, knowing where the supermarkets in Amsterdam are can be helpful. If you are visiting on a budget and self-catering or perhaps on a B&B basis, then a good supermarket will save you a lot of money.

Amsterdam like any major city is full of supermarkets. However, the supermarkets here are not huge hypermarket style shops. Amsterdam is much smaller and the supermarkets are smaller too. As most people walk around Amsterdam or cycle around town, driving to a big supermarket is usually out of the question, so trips tend to be little and often, which is probably more than enough for a short term visitor.

As the stores are smaller this means they will focus more on the staple food and drink and perhaps have a little less choice in certain areas.

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Amsterdam Supermarkets

There are many supermarkets in Amsterdam, all with multiple locations. You’ll no doubt recognise the global brand names of some, but there are also supermarkets specific to the Netherlands worth noting:

1. Albert Heijn – This is the largest supermarket chain in the Netherlands and has many locations throughout Amsterdam.

2. Jumbo – Another popular supermarket chain in the Netherlands.

3. Lidl – Lidl is the well known discount supermarket chain.

4. Aldi – Aldi is another discount supermarket chain.

5. Dirk van den Broek – This is a Dutch supermarket chain with several locations in Amsterdam.

6. Marqt – This chain specialises in organic products.

7. Ekoplaza – Another chain of organic supermarkets with multiple locations in Amsterdam.

8. Plus – Plus is a Dutch supermarket chain.

9. Spar – Spar is a convenience store chain.

There are also many small grocery stores and specialty food shops throughout the city.

Albert Heijn Amsterdam

Albert Heijn is probably the most popular supermarket chain in the Netherlands and has many locations throughout Amsterdam. Some of the most prominent locations of Albert Heijn in Amsterdam are:

1. AH Museumplein – Located at Museumplein 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam.
2. AH Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal – Located at Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 226, 1012 RR Amsterdam.
3. AH Ferdinand Bolstraat – Located at Ferdinand Bolstraat 98-100, 1072 LR Amsterdam.
4. AH Elandsgracht – Located at Elandsgracht 118-122, 1016 VA Amsterdam.
5. AH Waterlooplein – Located at Oudeschans 12, 1011 LB Amsterdam.
6. AH Van Woustraat – Located at Van Woustraat 1-3, 1074 AA Amsterdam.

You can find many more stores on the Albert Heijn website.

Are supermarkets 24hr in Amsterdam

Most supermarkets in Amsterdam have specific opening hours and are not open 24-hours a day. However, there are some supermarkets that are open late or even 24-hours a day.

1. Albert Heijn at Schiphol Airport is open 24/7.
2. Albert Heijn at Buikslotermeerplein is open until midnight on weekdays and Sundays, and until 10pm on Saturdays.
3. Jumbo Foodmarkt at Amsterdam-Noord is open until 9pm every day and is open until 10pm on Thursdays and Fridays.
4. Lidl at Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal is open until 9pm every day, except on Sundays when it closes at 8pm.

It’s important to note that opening hours may vary depending on the location, so it’s best to check the specific store’s website or call ahead to confirm their hours of operation.

Bring your own bag

Keeping up with looking after the environment, shops will expect you to bring your own bag or will sell you a bag for life style bag with your shopping. Free plastic bags are a thing of the past now (thankfully).