Think bulk and local consumption for a sustainable territory!

In the Dunkirk urban area, a number of shops have opted to provide bulk products as an alternative to unnecessary packaging.These include the Épicerie Maison Jouve in Rosendaël, Biocoop in Coudekerque- Branche and La Tournée du Vrac in Dunkirk, as well as many others where local residents can buy food, household and cosmetic products in bulk.

But buying in bulk is not restricted to these specialist shops. More and more Dunkirk residents are bringing their own containers with them when they visit their local baker, cheesemonger or even the chip shop. This simple approach helps to reduce the use of single-use packaging while maintaining customers’ shopping habits at their usual retailers.

Did you know ?

By 2030, the major supermarkets will have to offer 20% of their products in bulk, so let’s start doing the right thing now!

Halle des Soeurs Blanches – crédit : cabinet Basalt Architecture

Finally, for those wishing to buy direct from producers, the Dunkirk region gives you a range of options. In addition to the local markets held every week, the Greater Dunkirk Urban Council is developing initiatives to facilitate access to healthy, local food. Due to open in March 2025, the Halle des Sœurs Blanches will be a place where local producers and craftspeople can sell their products directly to local residents.

In addition, many farms, particularly in the Hauts de Flandre Greater District Council (CCHF), are opening their doors to consumers. These farms, such as Chêne Vert in Hoymille, not only allow you to buy fresh, seasonal produce directly from producers, but also support the local economy.

To find out about local shops near you, go to:

• J’achète en CCHF
• J’achète Dunkerquois