Conscious shopping in Amsterdam Oost

This cycle route takes in companies offering beautiful products that make a positive contribution to people’s lives and society. From handmade children's toys to preserved seasonal vegetables and ‘responsible’ clothing. Satisfy your appetite along the way with sustainably caught fish, a veggie burger or a soup a made from rescued vegetables.

How to get there

The route starts on the eastern side of the Centre, heads towards Watergraafsmeer and Oostpoort and ends in the Czaar Peter neighbourhood. It is intended as a cycle route, but a large proportion is accessible by Trams 14 and 19.

 

Socially conscious shopping in Amsterdam

Oost highlights

These stores and foodie hotspots are some of Amsterdam's most exciting social enterprises. Shop for stylish clothes and unique gifts with the knowledge that you're making a difference. Download the map here.

Dignita Hoftuin

Hidden behind Hermitage Amsterdam is Dignita Hoftuin, a quaint garden café and social initiative that serves local, organic food while supporting the community.

Beter & Leuk

The atmosphere and design of this small café is cosy, light and spacious, and can best be described as `homely'.

Instock

Tackling the problem of food wastage one meal at a time, InStock turns leftovers into quality dining, creating delicious dishes with locally sourced food that would otherwise be thrown out.

Thull's

In a light and airy corner shop on the Pretoriusstraat, Simone van Thull pickles and ferments seasonal vegetables.

Socially conscious shopping in Amsterdam Oost

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