Swabian Alps Region
Am Markt springs to life with a farmers' market every Wednesday and Saturday morning.
Must-see shopping in Europe
Skiathos Town
Handmade jewellery, ceramics and vintage pieces stand out at this intimate and lovely shop behind blue doors on the old port.
Beaune
This caviste (wine shop) along Beaune's main east–west thoroughfare stocks an excellent selection of local wines.
Lille
A beer-lover's dream, this little shop stocks over 400 artisanal brews from both the French and Belgian sides of the border.
Trondheim
Need a bunda for Norwegian national day? Or simply on the lookout for a traditional Norwegian gift? Husfliden is your place.
Paris
New releases, rerelases and secondhand '60s, '70s and '80s vinyl are all stocked at this haphazardly catalogued record shop.
Società Cooperativa Artieri Alabastro
Volterra
Showcases the work of local alabaster artisans in a roomy town-centre shop – the scope of objects and styles is impressive
Basel
Weihnachtshaus Johann Wanner is a well-known Christmas store where you can pick up beautiful festive decorations year-round.
Évora
One of many shops along Rua 5 de Outubro, this was the first – and is still one of the best – that sells cork products.
Western Sardinia
On the main road through the village, this is the place to stock up on local olive oil. A litre costs between €8 and €9.
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
Get your five-plus a day here on Wednesdays when local farmers set up their fruit and vegetable stalls on Constanza Bastion.
Isle of Skye Crafts@Over the Rainbow
Portree (Port Righ)
Crammed with colourful knitwear and cross-stitch kits, lambswool and cashmere scarves, plus all kinds of interesting gifts.
Budapest
A central branch of the iconic Hungarian porcelain brand. Herend makes an excellent – though pricey – souvenir or gift.
Ísafjörður
A small seasonal pop-up selling traditional, handcrafted Icelandic jumpers, plus knitted socks, hats, shawls and jewellery.
The Lake District
A bookworm's delight, with a super selection of Lakeland-themed books, as well as scores of fiction and non-fiction titles.
Northern Lapland
In the centre of town, this jewellery shop is famous hereabouts for the gold and silver works of goldsmith Seppo Penttinen.
Budapest
The tiny but exceptional 'Anno Playthings' sells finely made reproductions of antique wind-up and other old-fashioned toys.
Burgos
Local Burgos jewellery designer Jorge Revilla is becoming a global name for his exquisite and sophisticated silver pieces.
Corfu Town
Rather lovely Old Town boutique, which as well as simple gold and silver jewellery does a brisk trade in jewellery stands.
Rotterdam
If you are keen to dress à la mode when in Rotterdam, this vintage shop is a good place to source the appropriate pieces.
Warsaw
This gallery is a good place to hunt down original Polish poster prints and graphic art, both originals and reproductions.
Larnaka
This central market is great for self-caterers, with plenty of stalls piled high with fresh fruit and seasonal vegetables.
Castilla y León
Local gourmet foods from the Zamora area are sold here, but it's the wines from Toro in particular that take centre stage.
Vilnius
At this Užupis design studio you can find some wonderfully unique porcelain jewellery made by local artisans. Call ahead.
Aarhus
Exquisite silverware and jewellery from the Danish master; next door is Georg Jensen Damask, selling classic linen pieces.
Lviv
Outdoor gear shop selling good-quality essentials you might need for a hike into the Carpathians. Also stocks hiking maps.
Menorca
Ferreries' weekly market overflows with fresh local produce and Menorcan crafts, and folk dancing happens in high season.
Salamanca
The time-honoured tradition of monks and nuns making sweets and selling them to a paying public is alive at this convent.
Vilnius
Wonderful contemporary ceramic creations are available at this Užupis studio. You can also sign up for a pottery course.
Paris
This unpretentious wine store supports independent vineyards and has an interesting selection of bottles for under €15.
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
Clued-up DJs head for this music store that stocks second-hand vinyl and the latest house, dance and electronica grooves.
Amsterdam
Browse for hip threads, unique homewares and must-have accessories at this stylish store with a few branches around town.
Ikaria
This wonderful market-deli-bakery in the heart of Hristos Rahes sells jams, herbs and sweet treats made on the premises.
Paris
One of the top Parisian designers from the 1960s on, YSL was the first to incorporate non-European styles into his work.
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
Diane-de-Poytiers, run by the same family for three generations, sells delicious nougat and offers nougat factory tours.
De Pijp
Unique casual clothing, bags, jewellery and homewares by Dutch and Scandinavian designers fill Raak's shelves and racks.
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
This tiny shop sells quirky, individual handcrafted pendant necklaces, earrings, chunky stone rings and funky bracelets.
Edirne
A branch of the popular retail chain selling lokum and badem ezmesi, located opposite the Old Mosque.
Lugano
Divine chocolates, divinely wrapped or sold in slabs in the case of Läderach make this a must for lovers of chocolate.
The Westfjords
This small, bright shop sells Icelandic-design, artworks and homewares. Hours can be erratic – check ahead for times.
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