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Banketbakkerij Jan de Groot

’s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands

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Banketbakkerij Jan de Groot

A bakery and café in ’s-Hertogenbosch, a few minutes’ walk from the station, known for the Bossche bol, a large cream puff filled with whipped cream and coated in chocolate. Queues form at the counter, and a light at the entrance shows when tables are free.

Highlights

  • Bossche bol in several sizes
  • Worstenbroodje sausage rolls
  • Display cases of cakes

Good to know

  • Card only, cash refused
  • Queues move in about 10 minutes
  • Green light means free tables inside

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