Bags
A souvenir you won't leave on a shelf, but use every day: that's what our Dutch souvenir bags are all about. Choose a cotton tote with tulips, bicycles or Amsterdam canal houses, a foldable bag that tucks into its own little pouch, or a shopper featuring Van Gogh's Sunflowers or Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring. They're light, take up no room in your suitcase and start at just a few euros. Perfect for a day out, as a group gift or as a small, sustainable keepsake from Holland.
Buy Dutch souvenir bags: a piece of Holland to carry with you
In the Netherlands, people bring their own bag to the supermarket, the market or the bakery. Free plastic bags disappeared years ago, so a sturdy or foldable bag is simply part of everyday life. That's exactly what makes a souvenir bag such a smart choice: it's a memory of your trip that you'll genuinely use. Every time you do the shopping, the tulip fields, windmills or canals come back to mind.
De Holland Winkel has been selling Dutch souvenirs since 2002. In this category you'll find bags with a typically Dutch, Amsterdam or Rotterdam theme, as well as bags featuring famous artworks from Dutch museums.
Which souvenir bags can you choose from?
Cotton tote bags and shoppers
The classic cotton or canvas tote, with cheerful prints of tulips, colourful canal houses, bicycles and traditional Dutch ornaments. Light, strong and roomy enough for your groceries or a day at the beach.
Foldable bags
Fold the bag into a small bundle or slip it into its matching pouch, and it fits in any coat pocket or handbag. Choose from Delft Blue windmills, the Prinsengracht, Amsterdam bikes on a bridge or the flowers of Holland.
Art and museum bags
Foldable LoQi shoppers featuring masterpieces such as The Starry Night, Almond Blossom and Sunflowers by Van Gogh, Mondrian's Composition and Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring. Several bags are made from recycled material.
City bags: Amsterdam and Rotterdam
From Amsterdam's canal ring and coat of arms to the Rotterdam skyline and the historic Holland America Line building. You'll also find sturdy canvas and denim bags if you're after something more robust.
A practical and sustainable souvenir for everyone
A bag is one of the few souvenirs you'll keep using for years. It's light and flat, so it's easy to pack in your suitcase or post to family abroad. And if you bring your own bag to the shops, there's no need to buy new plastic ones.
- ✓For tourists: a souvenir that fits in your suitcase and carries your other purchases home too.
- ✓For Dutch expats: do your shopping abroad with tulips or canal houses on your arm.
- ✓For groups and businesses: an affordable giveaway for conference guests, school trips or group outings.
- ✓As gift wrapping: fill the bag with stroopwafels, liquorice or cheese for a complete Dutch gift.
Frequently asked questions about souvenir bags
What's the difference between a cotton bag and a foldable bag? +
A cotton bag is made from natural material and feels soft and sturdy. A foldable bag is made from a thin, strong fabric that folds into a small bundle or pouch. Ideal if you always want a bag with you without it taking up any space.
Do you ship souvenir bags abroad? +
Yes. We ship our souvenirs within the Netherlands and worldwide. Bags are light and flat, which makes them ideal to send to friends and family abroad. See our shipping costs for all destinations.
Can I order bags in larger quantities? +
Certainly. On several shoppers, the price per bag drops when you order more. Looking for bags for an event, a group or as a corporate gift? Visit our B2B page or email info@hollandwinkel.nl.
Looking for a more luxurious bag? +
This category focuses mainly on practical carrier bags. For beautifully finished handbags, shoulder bags and purses, have a look at our fashion bags, including designs by Robin Ruth.
Can I add a personal message? +
Yes, we'll include a free card with your message. Want the gift nicely wrapped? Choose from our gift wrapping options.
Fill your bag with more Holland
Found your favourite bag? Our online shop offers thousands of Dutch souvenirs and gifts. Turn it into a complete present with some Dutch treats, or explore your favourite theme.