Shareholders' Equity of the Company (Details) - Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc [Member] - shares |
12 Months Ended | ||
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Dec. 31, 2015 |
Dec. 31, 2014 |
Dec. 31, 2013 |
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| Convertible units, shares issued upon conversion into common shares | 1 | ||
| Common shares issued in exchange for Operating Partnership units (in shares) | 25,663 | 66,606 | 67,428 |
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