Albert Heijn XL — Local services in Zaanstad

My go-to supermarket (unless I order with them online) because of the size of the store, the wide arrangement of products and the spacious layout. It is one of the highest priced (big chain) supermarkets in The Netherlands though, if not the highest. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Lines at t he register are reasonable, I never had more than about 3 waiting before me. There is a self service system there as well, to use this you need a 'bonus card' which you can obtain at the servicedesk next to the little entering gates before you enter the isles. If unfamiliar with the self service system the staff can...

Bring your 50cent to get the trolley, the store is usually out of the AH trolley unlockers thingies. There is an ING atm inside the store. The staff is helpfull and the store layout is ok. The products here are like at the other AH stores and the XL only means 5 extra products you will not get at your everyday AH. Shelves are always packed. Bus stop for 65/392/394 is just outside. There is also and etos, a few eateries, Blokker and Zeeman on the same shopping center. Oh and bring your own sakkie for loose fruit and veggies or buy a reusable sakkie in store...

Large Albert Heijn with well organized supplies. If you go between 21 and 22 PM you can score many 35%-off-actions. The bonus actions are mostly well laid out too. Large selections of stuff you don't find (as much) in smaller 'appies' including office supplies, basic clothing, specialized HG cleaning supplies, cutlery, dishes, cooking pans, cosmetics and alcohol. Free coffee corner included and large wide paths. I never leave...