The Netherlands, Brabantby Anouk Ardesch

Tip for the summer holidays: shopping at Designer Outlet Roosendaal

The Netherlands, Brabant, by Anouk Ardesch

Tip for the summer holidays: shopping at Designer Outlet Roosendaal

Hello sun, hello summer, farewell (for now) long sleeves and coats. And hey hello summer wardrobe: you’ve come to exactly the right place for that at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Roosendaal You've come to the right place. That is where you will find the most beautiful and stylish brands at great prices. Yes, we understand that Roosendaal in Brabant might not be at the top of your list for a weekend getaway, but that could very well change after reading this article... Located in the green southwest of Brabant, half an hour from Rotterdam and Antwerp, and barely twenty minutes from Breda, lies McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Roosendaal. And surrounding that outlet center, you will find just enough nature, wellness, gastronomy, and a great atmosphere to make it a two-day experience. Whether you come with the kids, your partner, or your best friends: shopping is the starting point, everything else is a bonus. Let's go.

Designer Outlet Roosendaal

Shopping paradise at its finest

Designer Outlet Roosendaal It opened in 2006 (then still as Rosada) and came into the hands of the British McArthurGlen in 2017. Today, you can shop more than 100 designer brands there with discounts that can reach up to 70%. Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Karl Lagerfeld, Adidas, and Levi's, complemented by sports labels, cool kids' brands, and stylish home & kitchen stores. It is open seven days a week, there are five cafes and restaurants for a break in between, and thanks to the wide, open shopping streets, it feels more like a day out than a hurried browsing of shops. Even the little ones have been thought of, with baby changing facilities next to the toilets. In short: well-organized, relaxed, and surprisingly versatile. And that makes it the perfect hub of a weekend. In at least three ways:

Edition 1: fun with the family

The ideal family weekend is one where no one gets bored, and that is perfectly possible in and around Roosendaal. Be sure to check in at Hotel Otium, a modern hotel close to the outlet with spacious family rooms and, as an added bonus, a super nice wellness area at the affiliated Vitae Wellness Resort. Kids watch TV in their room for a bit, grandpa and grandma babysit, parents grab a quick sauna: everyone happy. After check-in, you head into the outlet, and you can have lunch without leaving the premises, at La Place of Wagamama.

In the afternoon waits Playdôme Roosendaal, a large indoor entertainment hall full of lights, music, and competition. Our favorite? Axe throwing. But hyperbowling, shuffleboard, and go-karting are also great, and when the weather is nice, there is an outdoor terrace with a playground. In the evening, you eat at The Hay House, a wooden restaurant among the trees with a great menu that makes both children and parents happy. The next day: first, let off steam in the Vrouwenhof Park (cable cars, climbing frames, water zones; a small holiday park in the middle of the city), then racing across the ice in the electric ice karts of SnowWorld Rucphen. And just before you head home: artisanal ice cream at Gerda's Ice Cream Farm, to be eaten with a view of the sheep. The icing on the cake.

Edition 2: the romantic weekend getaway

You can check in at even without children Hotel Otium: is just a really good place. The next morning you walk almost straight from the hotel. Wellness Resort Vitae Inside, nestled in the greenery. From the panoramic sauna, you look out over the water, and between the warm baths and relaxation areas, it is impossible not to relax. Book a massage, settle down with a book in the lounge, or simply gaze outside.

All that relaxing makes you hungry, and you satisfy that hunger. STICK, a popular brunch hotspot with colorful bowls, good coffee and a relaxed atmosphere. Afterwards, getting lost in the outlet for an afternoon. In the evening, a culinary highlight follows: restaurant 1857, awarded a Michelin star, but certainly not stuffy (for clarity, they even put that on the wall in LED lighting). Chef Nicky Broos and hostess Claudia van Dijk serve seasonal dishes, and the wait staff takes ample time to explain each plate. The next day, you take a look. Roosendaal Golf Course. Wide fairways, plenty of water, and accessible enough even for those who rarely hold a club. Finally, with a last lunch at The Hay House, right along the track.

Edition 3: the girls getaway

Painting, shopping, and aperitifs in nature: this route is made for a weekend getaway with your girlfriends. You will stay at B&B Filion's Place, a small-scale bed & breakfast in a historic farmhouse. Owner Roxanne runs the place with visibly a lot of love and attention, from the breakfast with local products to the vegetable garden around the house.

For lunch, head to Lodge Visdonk, a modern wooden building on the edge of the Visdonk nature reserve with a large terrace and sharing dishesThen stretch your legs in the Rucphen Forests (blissfully quiet, ideal for catching up at length), with an ice cream along the way Gerda's Ice Cream Farm. Share even more in the evening during the shared dining and cocktails of Mazel Tov, a Middle Eastern restaurant (good for the holidays vibes). The next morning is dedicated to creativity: book a session with the artist Geoffrey Wijn who gives painting workshops in his studio (no experience needed, suddenly everyone turns out to have talent). And to finish off – naturally – into the outlet: one more coffee, one more fitting room, and maybe that extra outfit for the holiday after all…

And then there are also these things that are just really fun to check out if you happen to be in Roosendaal:

On the way to Zeeland?

A holiday in Zeeland? Nice, do it! Before you relax on the beach, you can also spend a day in Roosendaal. It is perfectly located on the route and there is more to do than just shopping.

The city also has many nice restaurants. So you have Hayhouse, where you can enjoy the tasty life in good company: large terrace, teepee tent and fire pits. Or go to Mazzeltov, which represents Hebrew happiness. The menu at Mazzeltov focuses mainly on urban street food. And that tastes like more and slightly different than you are used to.

There is also plenty to do for those who prefer not to sit still. You can in Roosendaal indoor skydiving or to Playdome where you can play shuffleboarding, ax throwing, hyper bowling, laser tag and so much more. So something for everyone.

Tip for the summer holidays: shopping at Designer Outlet Roosendaal