Must-see shopping in Wallonia

  • Benoit Nihant

    Liège

    This Belgian family business makes fabulous chocolates from cocoa that they grow, roast and grind themselves on antique equipment (apparently newer…

  • Insolite N'Co

    Namur

    Spread across two floors, this giant cabinet of curiosities is a fun place to browse, with its array of old globes, antique maps, 1950s film posters,…

  • La Batte Weekly Market

    Liège

    On Sundays much of Liège's main riverside road is shut to make space for this vibrant, multicultural market, which encompasses cheap designer rip-offs,…

  • Made In

    Namur

    A delightful shop with a small, handsomely curated collection of handcrafted objects made by artisans from around the globe. You'll find architecturally…

  • Chouffe Shop

    The Ardennes

    Come here to buy tour tickets to the Chouffe brewery (Brasserie d'Achouffe) or simply to stock up on Chouffe merchandise and takeaways.

  • Wattitude

    Liège

    A showcase for products made in Wallonia? Non mais oui! Local beers are included bien sûre but also honey-based cosmetics, chocolate moustaches, artisanal…

  • Livre Ou Verre

    Wallonia

    One of Wallonia's most atmospheric bookstores, Livre Ou Verre sells a beautiful selection of secondhand books. But even if you don't read French, it's…

  • Ramd'Âm

    Namur

    Just off the beaten path, this charmingly eccentric second-hand bookshop is a great place to browse – even if you're not a Francophone. Books aside, you…

  • Passé Simple

    Wallonia

    You'll find a wide range of past treasures at this congenial antiques store on one of Mons' main shopping and dining streets. Porcelain, illustrated books…

  • L'Oiseau Rare

    Wallonia

    If you happen to be around on the two days a week it's open, don't miss this colourful vintage shop on the right bank of the Escaut. Aside from mid…

  • Cave du Wallonie

    Namur

    Going strong for more than 30 years, this tiny foodie emporium is packed with regional and international delicacies. You'll find rare beers, high-quality…

  • Vieux-Marché

    Wallonia

    One of the best days to be in Mons is on Sunday, when its big market takes over the Place Nervienne and the nearby Place du Béguinage. Here you'll find…

  • Chez Babette

    Wallonia

    This tiny boutique downhill from the Grand Place has eye-catching designs by local designers, some of whom use richly hued textiles from West Africa. The…

  • Le Bonheur est dans le Pré

    Liège

    A delightful little cheese shop selling local(ish) Herve, along with even stronger French alternatives. Next door there's an equally lovable charcuterie…

  • Kazabulles

    Liège

    Liège's top comic-book shop is especially strong on manga and if you don't read French there's still a fine range of contemporary cartoon-inspired…

  • Le Marché de Nathalie

    The Ardennes

    Bouillon's best beer shop, with a wide selection including self-brewed local options.

  • Vaudrée

    Liège

    Vaudrée is one of the best-stocked beer shops in Liège (they also sell online through www.beer-lovers.be).

  • Parfumerie Guy Delforge

    Namur

    This specialist perfume-maker fills an old stone house with floral aromas and classical music. While it's mostly a shop, there are tours of the cavern…

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