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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent

How great is it to be out and about in a city, to be a tourist with your mind lost in thought, and suddenly come across a flea market where you can find curiosities, trinkets or hidden objects!

There is also a real class of travelers, who go out into the world solely to search and find the best possible bargains for their passions. But where do you find some of the best markets in Europe?

Obviously the national capitals take the lead. Between Western and Eastern Europe, here is a wonderful journey in search of the best bargains.

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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
How nice it is to be out and about in a city, to be a tourist with your mind lost in thought, and suddenly come across a flea market where you can find curiosities, trinkets or hidden objects! There is also a real class of travelers, who go out into the world solely to search and find the best possible bargains for their passions. But where do you find some of the best markets in Europe? Obviously the national capitals take the lead. Between Western and Eastern Europe, here is a wonderful journey in search of the best bargains.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
In 2022, Copenhagen was elected Europe's capital for bargain hunters. In fact, the city of the Little Mermaid has in it so many nooks and crannies and so many places where you can go in search of the best bargain.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Behind the town hall of Frederiksberg there is the most famous market, where you can find international fashion brands and also many household gadgets. In contrast, at the antiques market at Thorvaldsens Plads you will find many kitchen trinkets, such as silver cutlery, glassware, etc...In Europe you will not find anything like this.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Berlin, which is one of the capitals for youth entertainment, is another city where you can find real hidden treasures. Very common items in Germany are relics from the period of the Democratic Republic, so from 1945 to 1990. Military uniforms, toys, old store signs. Anything that can remind you of the old Germany split in two by socialism.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Resting under the trees in Arkonaplatz, you will also be able to recover elegant wooden furniture. L'Antikbuchmarkt is located near the river Sprea, and you will be able to find many rare books and antiques. Although it is rather touristy, another interesting place is Mauerpark, which offers cheerful outdoor cafes and karaoke on Sunday afternoons.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Finland is one of the greenest European countries, so it is quite understandable how second-hand goods go a long way in such a place. The capital Helsinki is full of markets selling exclusively Finnish items.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Take a look at the Hietalahti flea market, for example, where you can find beautiful limited-edition Moomin memorabilia, Makia clothing and accessories or bright Marimekko fabric. Another stop is the Hakaniemi market, which specialises in Scandi-style wooden toys as well as Littala and Arabia tableware, two iconic Finnish brands.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Thrift boutiques, charity stores of a certain caliber? In Edinburgh you can find all this in Stockbridge, a neighborhood that has the feel of a village, despite being right on the edge of the city's elegant and central New Town.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
In Bilbao's Plaza Nueva, every Sunday there is a hobby market, perfect for finding rarities and objects that literally cannot be found anywhere else. Very old vinyl records, used books that are true heirlooms, unthinkable stamps. Everything and more can be found in the Basque city's markets, don't miss them.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Of course, Paris could not be missing among the capitals of treasure hunters. There are so many corners in the French capital where you can find stalls with truly unique items. For nearly 150 years, Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen, on the outskirts of the capital, has delighted vintage enthusiasts, and is probably the most important one.
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The best markets in Europe where to make deals: a journey through the bargains of the Old Continent
Other truly iconic places to hunt for bargains are the small market in Vanyes, which offers fun bric-à-brac, and at Marché d'Aligre, similar to a souk of food stalls and antiques.
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