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Shop original gifts for the holidays in Amersfoort

It's almost here: the holidays are just around the corner. St. Nicholas will soon be leaving for our country and the first Christmas songs have already been sung. The pepernoten have also been in stores for a while, but that doesn't surprise anyone anymore. It is the time of coziness, warmth and light, but also of gift stress. A problem that many put off until the last minute. We would like to help you with inspiration for the nicest gifts!

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For the avid creative

Do you also prefer to give something you made yourself? For this you can certainly go to Amersfoort!Schwitzner, Krommestraat 14A

Wool for a beautiful warm scarf, a lovely sweater or a nice pair of socks can be obtained from Wool Shop Elitt. If you prefer to get started with a work of art on canvas or paper, Mono Art Supplies is the place to go. And while you're at it, check out Schwitzner, the fabric and haberdashery store on Krommestraat. Just walking around the cozy little store is quite an experience!

Go vintage thrifting for the coolest gift!

Vintage Friends, Textile Road 10

If you're going for an original gift, you have lots of chances at vintage and thrift stores, and luckily we have plenty of them here in Amersfoort! Walk the route and make a day of it. Have less time? Then check out Vintage Friends, VINT, Kringloop Red een Kind, Kringloopcentrum Amersfoort and Oud Nieuws. These stores are close to each other!

For the games fanatics

Games Gate, Scherbier Street 4

Board games, card games, dice games, all games: go to the Games Gate for that! For example, buy Twilight Imperium or Scythe for the seasoned gaming fanatic, a family game for the kids like the dreaded Monopoly or a board game like 30 Seconds, Ticket to Ride or Uno.

Not sure what to give? Owners Michael and Diana are happy to help you make the perfect choice!

Tip: 't Ezelsoor also has used board games on the second floor.

For whom you know Nix

Nix & Nix, Utrechtsestraat 47

I hear you thinking: it's not at all original to give a wine, cocktail mix or specialty beer.... True. But we're not talking about a regular liquor store. Nix & Nix is alcohol-free! Will you go for a Cape & Citrus Tonic, Amaretti Sour, Margarisha or a Blood Orange Spritz? You can get it all in downtown Amersfoort. Don't believe it? Then come take a taste!

Dhe best gifts for a bookworm

't Ezelsoor, Achter de Arnhemse Poortwal 21

For the most surprising gems, 't Ezelsoor is the place to be! With the most amazing second-hand books collected in an atmospheric store. Watch out! This store could easily become your new favorite bookstore!

Prefer a new book? Then walk past Boekwinkel Veenendaal. Here you will find the largest collection of books in downtown Amersfoort.

Everything for the music lover

The perfect gift for a musician? Then go to: Rock 'n Roll! This is the perfect place for service and maintenance on your instrument, as well as the coolest merchandise and instruments with a story.

Velvet Music Amersfoort, Havik 7A

Would you rather give a CD or vinyl? Then check out Velvet Music Amersfoort. Make some time to browse through the meters of LPs and CDs (old and new) or try to subtly find out the favo bands of the lucky one.

A gift that does good!

Store of Natuurmonumenten, Station Square 3

Buy an original gift and do something good at the Natuurmonumenten store. Put together a walking package or birdwatching kit for a fun day out or buy the nicest accessories for the garden, such as a sustainable bird or insect house.

BLUR, Mooierstraat 18

Also at BLUR your life you buy a gift that contributes to a better world. Here you will find cool products from ambitious entrepreneurs - big or small - who want to make a difference. And of course we can't forget the World Shop! Here you will find the most unique, often handmade gifts from all kinds of cultures. All products are purchased based on the fair trade criteria. So you know the makers get a fair price .

For sports enthusiasts who can't sit still

Boulder Boulder Hall, Soesterweg 314

What's hipper than bouldering? At Kei Boulder Hall, you can get a gift card. Super fun to get! Also get a strippenkaart for yourself, have a buddy: win-win.

For anyone who could use some (inner) rest

Tara, Krommestraat 29

Get the sweetest gifts at Tara Buddha. A book on spirituality, beautiful healing stones, a wild selection of yoga mats and much more.

Tip: The Krommestraat is an ideal place to pick up fun and original gifts anyway, so be sure to walk down the street!

Hopefully we've helped you come up with the perfect gift!

Do you have any additional tips? Email tijdvoor@amersfoort.nl.