There are a lot of memorable things to buy in Gent. Gent's shops are full of Belgian souvenirs, chocolate, artwork and other delights. If you're not looking to buy, you can still enjoy window shopping at the many shops surrounding the main historic areas. Take this self-guided tour to discover the best shopping in Gent.
1) Temmerman
Gent residents are known for making a delicious variety of sweets and cookies. Temmerman is an old-fashioned, family-owned sweet shop that is currently run by the 8th generation. They sell confections, sweets and biscuits. This shop has been located here since 1904 and all the sweets sold here are prepared at the family's factory. The famous Belgian neuzekes, which are hard, triangular, cherry-red 'noses' with jelly inside, as well as mokke, or aniseed biscuits, are also made by this family.
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2) The Fallen Angels
The Fallen Angels is the perfect shop for those who adore nostalgic items. In this antique shop, you can buy old postcards, devotion cards, toys, dolls, tin cookie jars, etc. Next door you will find The Fallen Angels Gallery where you can buy many original collectors' items. These two neighboring shops are owned by a mother and her daughter.
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3) Great Butcher's Hall
Great Butcher's Hall is a historic site that is used today as the Center for the Promotion of the Regional Products of East Flanders. Here you will find many Belgian specialties, like chocolates, local beer and other tasty delights. The best souvenirs in Belgium are also sold here. At Butcher's Hall you can buy statuettes of kings, Charles V for example, as well as a variety of objects and gadgets imprinted with images of Gent and its most famous historic sites.
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4) Tierenteyn-Verlent
Tierenteyn-Verlent is a shop that sells Gent's traditional mustard made according to the original recipe from 1790. It is a specialty store that sells only this mustard. The shop itself is a heritage site in Gent that has retained its original design. It was built as a tall glass cabinet. The staff will fill special jars with mustard for you and give you a wooden spoon to eat this delicious, natural product.
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5) Mageleinstraat
Mageleinstraat is a street in the historic center of Gent near the Belfry and St. Bavo Cathedral. There are many small food shops along this street selling Belgian delights. The windows of the shops display Belgian pastries, chocolates, cheeses and many different kinds of breads.
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6) Veldstraat
Veldstraat is the main shopping street in Gent. It is considered as one of the most popular shopping place in the Belgium. The street is one of the oldest streets of Ghent. Here you will find world's most famous brands. Cigars and pen shop 'Caron' is the only family business still remains on this street.
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7) Axeswar Design
Axeswar Design is a trendy shop where you can find fabulous gifts. The shop offers original merchandise, including small home decor items, design accessories, gadgets and many other gifts and souvenirs at a price to fit any budget. The staff is very friendly and will help you find just what you need.
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8) Brabantdam
Brabantdam is a famous shopping street in Gent. It is located in the heart of the city. Here you may find a variety of small shops. Don't hesitate to visit this area.
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