Danish Art & Christmas Shop
A cosy, year‑round Christmas haven in a historic Copenhagen townhouse, filled with Danish‑designed ornaments, paper art and festive hygge moments.
Tucked into a historic building just off Copenhagen’s main shopping drag, the Danish Art & Christmas Shop is a cosy, year‑round celebration of Danish festive traditions. Shelves and hanging displays are packed with wooden toys, paper cut‑outs, candleholders, ornaments, nisser and nativity scenes, most of them Danish‑designed and produced. It’s part gift shop, part little museum of Christmas, where you can browse slowly, soak up the hygge and pick up authentic keepsakes that feel far from mass‑market.
A brief summary to Danish Art & Christmas Shop
- Knabrostræde 3, Copenhagen, København K, 1210, DK
- +4533323161
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a weekday morning or just after opening to enjoy the small shop before it becomes busy and to have more time to browse the intricate displays.
- If you are travelling with limited luggage, focus on lightweight pieces such as paper cut‑outs, mobiles and small wooden ornaments that pack flat or safely.
- Look closely at recurring motifs like nisser, woven hearts and stars; each reflects specific Danish Christmas traditions that make great story‑rich gifts.
- Bring a short list of people you want to buy for; the range is broad, and having a plan helps you choose thoughtful items rather than impulse purchases.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Danish Art & Christmas Shop location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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A year‑round corner of Christmas in old Copenhagen
Step off busy Strøget into Knabrostræde and the mood softens almost immediately. Behind a traditional shopfront at number 3, the Danish Art & Christmas Shop glows with warm light and dense window displays of ornaments and miniature scenes. Inside, the air is thick with that unmistakable mix of fir, candle wax and wood, and every surface seems to be draped with a little piece of Danish Christmas. This is not a seasonal pop‑up but a year‑round shop dedicated to festive traditions and applied arts. Since the late 1990s, it has specialised in Danish‑produced and Danish‑designed decorations, from paper mobiles to handcrafted figures. Even on a grey day in March, it feels like stepping straight into December.Danish traditions from paper hearts to wooden elves
Much of the charm here lies in how closely the stock is tied to local custom. You will spot woven paper hearts, braided stars, delicate paper cut‑outs and mobiles inspired by the work of classic Danish designers. Rows of red‑capped nisser – the mischievous Christmas elves of Nordic folklore – peer from shelves and window ledges, while slim candleholders and advent wreaths echo the minimalist side of Danish design. Alongside these, there are nativity sets, glass baubles, textiles, table decorations and small pieces of applied art that work well beyond the festive season. Many items are light and packable, making them ideal as souvenirs, but the overall impression is more curated than cluttered, with a focus on quality over novelty.Inside a protected Neoclassical townhouse
Part of the pleasure of visiting comes from the setting itself. The shop occupies the ground floor of a listed Neoclassical property dating from the late 18th century, rebuilt after the Copenhagen Fire of 1795 and later remodelled in the 1820s and 1850s. The building’s facade with rusticated ground floor and decorative stucco above gives a stately frame to the intimate interior. Step through the doorway and you will notice low ceilings, old walls and a layout that still feels like a traditional Copenhagen townhouse, with views towards the courtyard gate. The historic shell and the carefully arranged displays complement each other: old plaster, creaking floors and rows of ornaments working together to create an enveloping, homely atmosphere.A calm detour in the heart of the shopping district
Although it sits just a few metres from some of the city’s busiest pedestrian flows, the shop feels surprisingly calm. The space is compact, but it invites slow browsing rather than a hurried in‑and‑out purchase. Soft lighting, the muted palette of wood and paper, and the occasional flash of bright red or gold encourage you to linger and inspect details. Because the focus is on Christmas and applied art, you can use the visit as a gentle introduction to Danish ideas of hygge: candles everywhere, natural materials, and decorations that are meant to be reused and cherished year after year. It’s an easy stop to fold into wider explorations of Indre By’s alleys, historic squares and courtyards.Planning your visit and making the most of it
Opening hours are straightforward: the shop normally opens from late morning to early evening on weekdays, with slightly shorter hours on Saturdays and often closed on Sundays outside the high season. It is free to enter, and there is no pressure to buy; spending half an hour simply wandering between displays is part of the charm. If you are looking for gifts, it is worth doing a full circuit first, as many designs repeat in different colours and sizes. Pay attention to the paper goods and smaller ornaments if you are travelling light, and consider asking staff about the stories behind particular pieces – many come from small Danish producers with their own traditions. With a bit of time, you can leave with items that carry both seasonal warmth and a tangible link to Copenhagen’s design culture.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
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For the design and aesthetic lover
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For the architecture buff
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For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
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For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly