The Dappermarkt is a daily street market in the east of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It opened in 1910 and is one of the busiest markets in the Netherlands. It’s named after the Dapperstraat, the street it takes place on. The market is a real testament to the lively, multicultural Dapperbuurt neighbourhood with vendors from various backgrounds, selling products reflecting the diverse cultural influences present in Amsterdam.
At the Dappermarkt, there are over 250 stalls offering a wide array of goods, including fruits, vegetables, cheeses, meats, fish, spices, and flowers. In addition to food items, the market also offers clothing, textiles, shoes, accessories, household goods, electronics, and more. It’s a great place to shop for affordable, everyday items and unique finds.
The market is great destination for foodies in search for authentic Amsterdam street food. Here you’ll find the best fries in the country served with stewed meat (patat met draadjesvlees), fried fish, nuts, spring rolls at Co Nam Loempia’s, Surinamese specialties such as sausages, tripe, bara (a savory, lighty-spiced fried doughnut made with lentils), Surinamese bread and cakes such as bojo or rainbow cake.
Dappermarkt Market tips by Nana of Connecting Flavors
- Try the döner kebab made with 100% lamb at Beste Döner. It is often mentioned among the best kebabs you can find in Amsterdam, and said to be similar to the kebab sold in Berlin.
- Don’t miss the poffertjes from Ome Tom’s, traditional Dutch mini pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar
- Get a good deal on a box of fruit such as lemon, mango, or avocado and save it for later.
- Have you watch fixed at at the watchmaker’s stand on the market
Market days
Monday-Saturday
Opening hours
Monday: 9am – 5pm
Tuesday: 9am – 5pm
Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 5pm
Friday: 9am – 5pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: closed
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