Waterlooplein
Waterlooplein
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Lonely Planet review for Waterlooplein
This square was once known as Vlooienburg (Flea Town), a good description for the wares on offer here today. The street market started in 1880 when two canals were filled in, and Jewish traders living in the neighbouring Jodenbreestraat were allowed to vend their wares here. It was so successful that in 1893 it became a daily market, apart from on the Sabbath (it’s now closed on Sunday only). Since the 1980s the square has stood in the shadow of the Stopera, but the market is usually packed with sharp-eyed customers seeking antique knick-knacks, imitation Diesel jeans and cheap bicycle locks (highly recommended).
