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Ampelmann Galerie Shop (DomAquaree)
The vociferous grassroots campaign that saved the little Ampelmann (the endearing fellow on the pedestrian traffic lights who helped generations of East Germans safely cross the street) has transformed him into a beloved cult figure and one of the city’s most evocative ‘lifestyle brands’. Here you’ll find T-shirts, fridge magnets, pasta, onesies, umbrellas and many other products. Other branches: Hackesche Höfe and Potsdamer Platz Arkaden.
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Haus 4711
A classic gift for mum is a bottle of eau de cologne, the not terribly sophisticated but refreshing perfume created - and still being produced - in its namesake city. The most famous brand is called 4711, named after the number of the house where it was invented, which now houses a shop, Haus 4711. Outside, up on the facade, note the cutesy carillon with characters from Prussian lore parading hourly from 9am to 9pm.
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SBS Deko
Possibly the world's biggest junk shop, SBS Deko is a warehouse literally packed to the rafters with GDR debris. Mostly in the business of hiring to filmmakers and lending to museums, they also sell anything from original retro furniture to '60s toys to a nostalgic public. So roll up for your very own piece of the GDR, an unusual souvenir idea indeed.
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Heidelberger Zuckerladen
Kiddies be warned: the dentures and dentist's chair in the window of this cult sweet shop reveal what will happen to your gnashers if you overindulge on the Zuckerladen's bonbons, liquorice laces and fizzy sherbet. Marion Brecht is the eccentric candy man who adds magic to the pick 'n' mix with dice games.
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Käthe Wohlfahrt Weihnachtsdorf
With its mind-boggling assortment of Yuletide decorations and ornaments, this shop lets you celebrate Christmas every day of the year (to go with the snowballs). Many of the items are handcrafted with amazing skill and imagination, and prices are accordingly high.
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Tausche
Berlin's snazziest messenger bags have winged their way south. Tausche's walls are a technicolour mosaic of exchangeable flaps: from die blöde Kuh (the silly cow) to Stuttgart's iconic Fernsehturm (TV Tower). Pick one to match your outfit and mood.
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Weissblauer Gay Shop
The best listings can be found in the German-language Rosa Seiten (Pink Pages; €3.50) or Our Munich (free), a monthly guide to gay and lesbian life in the city. You can pick up both at the Weissblauer Gay Shop.
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Brunnenhannes
Nothing to wear to Oktoberfest? Biker-meets-Bavaria Brunnenhannes has the solution with lederhosen for strapping lads, dirndls for buxom dames and gingham lingerie that is half kitsch, half cool.
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Sobral
Brazilian designer Carlos Alberto Sobral has brought primary colours and pop-art creativity to catwalks across the globe. Find his jelly-bean bright jewellery and home accessories here.
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Denn's Biomarkt
A large organic supermarket, denn's has everything from fruit and vegies to wines, aquaculture fish and meats - perfect for a wholesome picnic in Eilenriede forest or on the Maschsee.
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Marcoccino
Handmade chilli truffles, goat's cheese pralines, chocolate caviar…however will you choose? The attractively packaged treats in Marco's chandelier-lit store make yummy gifts.
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Stilwerk
Some of Germany's top design stores cluster under an elliptical glass roof at Stilwerk, specialising in everything from space-age bathrooms to stylish rattan creations.
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Bautzner Senfladen
The Fleischmarkt is home to the Bautzner Senfladen, where you can buy Bautzen's most famous relish and view a free exhibition on mustard production.
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Turkish Market
Olives, feta spreads, loaves of fresh bread and mountains of fruit and vegetables, all at bargain prices, are what you'll find at this colourful canalside market.
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Condomerie
One of the most frequented shops in the area is the Condomerie, with its mind-boggling collection of sex toys and flavoured condoms.
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L'Épicerie
In a courtyard off Hauptstrasse, L'Épicerie attracts foodies with its luscious pralines, spices, oils and preserves.
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Feinkost Böhm
Böhm is a foodie one-stop shop with regional wine, beer, chocolate and preserves, and an appetising deli.
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Aldi Süd Supermarket
For self-catering, try Aldi Süd supermarket, one block southwest of the train station.
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Freytag & Berndt
Huge range of maps and guides including souvenir 3-D plans of Nuremberg (€3.50).
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Hugendubel
Marienplatz; Karlsplatz National chain with tonnes of English-language books.
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Ludwig
English paperbacks, glossy mags and day-old international press.
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