Sudden illness of owner forces closure of Zandvoort’s only shoe store
After eighty years of operation, the historic shoe store Broissois in Zandvoort will close at the end of December. Owner Edwin Cassee is shutting the business following a diagnosis of ALS, which has prevented him from continuing his work.
Broissois, the only shoe store in Zandvoort and a local staple since 1944, is set to close permanently at the end of December. The store's owner, Edwin Cassee, announced the closure after being diagnosed with ALS, a progressive muscle disease that has significantly impacted his mobility and ability to continue operating the business. Originally established by a local family, the shop had multiple locations across the region, but this final branch on Kerkstraat represents the last remaining footprint of the brand.
Following the announcement, many local residents and fellow business owners have visited the store to share their condolences and support for Cassee. While the owner is currently holding a clearance sale to liquidate his collection, he noted that finding a successor on such short notice remains a difficult challenge. The community reaction has been deeply emotional, as many Zandvoort residents regard the long-standing shop as an essential part of the town's character and history.
Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
