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Old Country Market

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Old Country Market

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  • Location: Area F (Alberni Highway), British Columbia, Canada

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    July 24, 2024

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    The market has played an important role in the Coombs community, providing jobs and attracting tourists to the area. It is a meeting point and a place where both locals and visitors can enjoy fresh products and unique crafts.
    Coombs' Old Country Market is much more than a market; It is a cultural and tourist experience that offers something for everyone. Its combination of high-quality products, cozy atmosphere and unique attractions such as the goat roof make it a must-see destination on Vancouver Island.
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    July 24, 2024

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    It was founded in the 1970s by brothers Kristian and Solveig Graaten, Norwegian immigrants. Initially, it started as a small fruit and vegetable market, but over time it expanded to include a much larger variety of products and services.

    The idea of putting goats on the roof was conceived as a strategy to attract more visitors and has remained a distinctive feature ever since. This quirk has helped make the Old Country Market one of Vancouver Island's best-known attractions.
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    August 12, 2024

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    Old Country Market in Coombs, often advertised as the place with goats on the roof, is a popular place to stop for refreshments. There is a grocery store with gourmet and ethnic foods, a donut shop, a pizza restaurant, and more!
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    Old Country Market loop from Parksville

    19.2km

    01:12

    120m

    120m

    Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Area F (Alberni Highway), British Columbia, Canada

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