Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn is a leading supermarket brand of the Netherlands, run by Albert Heijn B.V. from Zaandam. It began as a single family grocery store more than 135 years ago, and in 1952 it opened the first self-service supermarket in the Netherlands. Today it is part of Ahold Delhaize, which lists Albert Heijn with supermarkets, convenience stores and online shopping in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Range and own brands

The stores sell groceries, and the company also publishes a food magazine. Albert Heijn's magazine Allerhande is described by the company as the best-read magazine in the Netherlands. The chain says it works with suppliers in Africa and South America on long-term initiatives for the wellbeing of workers and their communities, and it has held B Corp certification since December 2024.

Where to find it

Albert Heijn operates in the Netherlands and Belgium. According to the company it helps fill more than seven million plates each day. The head office is Provincialeweg 11 in Zaandam.

Online shopping

Ahold Delhaize lists online shopping as one of the Albert Heijn business lines, next to supermarkets and convenience stores. Details of delivery and pick-up depend on the address.

Ownership

Ahold Delhaize is a listed company.