Shopping 1

Shopping 1, located in the heart of Genk, is Belgium’s very first shopping center and remains a leading retail destination in Limburg. Originally opened in 1968, the center has been renovated and expanded several times, most recently through a major refurbishment that reinforced its role as the city’s commercial core.

Today, Shopping 1 stands as a modern Full Service Center where shopping, leisure, and everyday services come together in an inviting urban setting. With a total lettable area of 22,200 m² and around 90 stores, it offers a diverse mix of national and international brands including Albert Heijn, C&A, New Yorker, Rituals, Sports Direct, and Vero Moda.

Visitors benefit from a wide range of on-site services that make Shopping 1 stand out from other shopping destinations. At The Point and throughout the center, guests can access parcel services (Bpost, PostNL, GLS & Homerr), dry cleaning, copy and print services, photo booths, and gift card sales. They can also borrow a power bank, wheelchair, or stroller, ensuring convenience for every type of visitor.

Easily accessible by public transport (bus), the center offers 1,250 parking spaces with charging stations for electric vehicles and an exclusive 90-minute free parking system — unique among shopping centers in the region.

With its strong retail mix, accessible design, and focus on visitor experience, Shopping 1 continues to embody Wereldhave Belgium’s LifeCentral vision: creating places where people feel welcome to shop, meet, and enjoy.

Address

Rootenstraat 8
3600 Genk
www.shopping1.be