☕ 400-Year-Old Amsterdam Tea and Coffee Shop Faces Closure 😥

A nearly 400-year-old tea and coffee shop in Amsterdam, ‘t Zonnetje, is facing potential closure at the end of May due to soaring rent prices. Located on the popular Haarlemmerdijk shopping street, the shop has been run by Marie-Louise Velder since 1999, who was born and raised in Amsterdam.

The beloved institution, cherished by both locals and tourists, may become a victim of rising prices and gentrification partly driven by overtourism. Velder has expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from customers and friends following the news of the closure, hoping to save the “little sun” of a shop.

Stepping into ‘t Zonnetje is like stepping back in time, with its original wooden floors, weathered tea tins, and unique coffee selection. Locals say its closure would be a significant loss for the city, erasing a unique spot that represents history and community.

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