A very full and overrun area with a lot of crazy people and extremely high food and drink prices…read more The service is usually very bad, you have to wait everywhere for a long time and the prices if most offers are not that great.

This review is directed towards those who've frequented outlets in America and need a reference…read morepoint. Roermond offers fantastic shopping only an hour drive from Cologne, with weekend shuttles from both Cologne and Düsseldorf. Great deals at high-end European designer brands and usually much better than the pricing I've seen at American outlets: Prada, Gucci, Burberry. For example, I was at the Prada outlet in Woodbury New York in the summer, and the selection was similar to Roermond Prada except priced significantly higher. Very good selection and typically 40-70% off. Outlets are also very clean with both English and German signs and English-speaking sales reps. American brands are a different story, typically priced of course higher compared to the States, especially in regards to the Euro, but still a great deal here in Europe. Brands include Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, Fossil, and more. A great and fun place for a day of shopping. Went on a weeknight to avoid the crowds. :) On a holiday or weekend, expect larger crowds and sometimes even lines outside certain stores. The lines can be annoying, but I honestly prefer lines and crowd regulation to packed elbow-to-elbow masses inside the stores.

Interesting take on the outlet mall concept that definitely follows the American style setup. Quite…read morea few name brand shops plus a few local ones for good measure. The outlet village is a little smaller than most of the outlet malls you will find in America but it was still fun to try to find bargains. We found a few here and there. I think the real treat was just to relax enjoy a drink and just people watch for most of the day.

This is a great way to get away for an hour or so. The prices aren't that great for an outlet…read morestore, but is in great proximity to the beautiful hotel next door. Would recommend to a friend.