Preferably by appointment?
If A(a)lst is up to me, I will definitely come to Aalst!
Is there still a free day in your agenda? Do you want to enjoy yourself with the whole family? Then put a day in Aalst on your to-do list.
But why Aalst? What does Aalst have to offer, I hear you ask.
Aalst is the care city, a social city, a city with the most beautiful library in Flanders , but above all… a shopping city ! A city with fun pop-ups, trendy shops and surprising initiatives.
Make sure to head out to Aalst during the Easter holidays, and this with the whole family ! Discover these hidden gems in the city and make it a fun day trip!
Number 1 is the hotspot of Aalst: Anna Pops
Of course, Anna Pops is our starting point! Here you will find children's clothing and shoes with guts. Unique and sustainably produced items, carefully selected by the Anna Pops team. Come to our store to try on, relax, discover and combine.
Eugeen Bosteelsstraat 10 . Open from Wednesday to Saturday from 10am to 6pm.
Stop 2: Osbroek Nature Park
Time for some fresh air! Just 30 metres from Anna Pops you can step into the city park of Aalst and the Osbroek nature park. Together they form the green lung of the city. Definitely walk around there and spot the Galloway cattle, deer and birds. A beautiful piece of nature, so close to the city center. We love it!
Aalst City Park , Parklaan.
Stop 3: Sandwich bar ZUS
Are you hungry after all that partying? Then you've come to the right place at sandwich bar ZUS! You can get a large variety of sandwiches, paninis, wraps, salads, croques and bokes. Enough choice!
Passage Pieter van Aelst 3 . Open Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm.
Stop 4: Driver
Coureur is a bike shop that exudes passion for cycling in all its facets and where the ultimate cycling experience for the recreational and sporty cyclist is central. You will find a selection of bikes, stylish and functional bike accessories and also a portion of personal advice. Here, dads will certainly get their money's worth.
Korte Zoutstraat 8 . Open Monday from 1pm to 8pm, Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 6pm and Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
Stop 5: Pastor
Clothes make the man and they must have known that at Pastoor. In this cool concept store you will find men's fashion from European clothing brands such as Samsoe & Samsoe and Homecore and a nice selection of interior items from Belgian designers. The wardrobe of Pastoor is also equipped with a women's collection
Keizersplein 3 . Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 6pm.
Stop 6: Clothilde
At beauty concept store Clothilde, clean, slow beauty is central. The physical and online boutique offers a selection of honest and natural care products that support a conscious lifestyle. At Clothilde, everyone, young and old, men and women, can count on a lot of expertise and tailor-made advice. They go for the difference between looking good and radiating in a natural way.
Korte Zoutstraat 17 . Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 6pm.
Stop 7: Philimonius
Philimonius is the only "specialty coffee bar" in town! For 7 years, this establishment has been ranked number 1 on TripAdvisor in Aalst and became Travelers' Choice Winner 2020. This makes Philimonius one of the top 10% best catering establishments worldwide! Go for 1 of the 35 coffee preparations, or enjoy a local beer, homemade lemonade, tea, real chocolate milk and delicious pastries.
Louis D'Haeseleerstraat 8 . Open Tuesday to Thursday from 10am to 5.30pm, Friday and Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 2pm to 6pm.
Stop 8: Phonetic
Fonetik is a cozy store in the heart of Aalst where you can go for interior accessories, furniture and lifestyle items. Just like phonetic script helps to pronounce words correctly, we use our personality, our interests, our clothing and also our interior to indicate who we are and what our style is.
Korte Zoutstraat 13 . Open Wednesday to Friday from 11am to 1pm – 2pm to 6pm and Saturday from 11am to 6pm.
With these tips you can make shopping at Anna Pops a fun day trip!
