COS Aarhus, Store Torv
A calm, design-led COS flagship on Aarhus’ historic Store Torv, blending Scandinavian minimalism, quality fabrics and thoughtful silhouettes in the city’s busy heart.
COS Aarhus on Store Torv brings the brand’s minimalist, design-led clothing to the historic heart of Denmark’s second city. Set just off the cathedral square in Aarhus C, this sleek, light-filled store showcases womenswear and menswear collections known for clean lines, quality fabrics and a muted, modern palette. It’s an easy stop while exploring the pedestrian core, whether you are hunting for a sharply cut coat, a sculptural knit or simply a quiet browse in a calm, curated space.
A brief summary to COS
- Store Torv 3, Aarhus, Aarhus C, 8000, DK
- +4542121433
- 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-7 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit on weekday mornings if you prefer a quieter browse; afternoons and Saturdays are usually livelier with more shoppers in the pedestrian centre.
- Use the store’s minimalist styling as inspiration and photograph outfits on hangers or mannequins to remember clean combinations for your travel wardrobe.
- Check fabric labels carefully and prioritise wool, cashmere blends or heavier cotton if you are shopping for pieces to handle Denmark’s cooler seasons.
- If you are between sizes, bring two options into the fitting room; COS cuts can be deliberately oversized, so experimenting helps you get the silhouette you like.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
COS location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Hot Weather
Discover more about COS
Modern minimalism on a historic square
COS Aarhus sits at Store Torv, the main square in the centre of the city, surrounded by cobbled streets, church spires and classic Danish facades. Step through the door and the bustle of the square falls away into a calm, ordered space. The brand’s Scandinavian roots feel very much at home here: pale surfaces, generous light and uncluttered displays provide a cool counterpoint to the historic setting just outside. Large windows frame glimpses of Aarhus Cathedral and the movement of cyclists and shoppers across the square, creating a constant dialogue between old-town atmosphere and contemporary style. Inside, the focus is firmly on structure and silhouette rather than logos or loud decoration.Collections built on structure and fabric
The rails are arranged by mood and material, inviting you to explore tailoring, knitwear and everyday pieces in a slow, deliberate way. Sleek wool coats, precisely cut shirts and wide-leg trousers share space with draped dresses, sculptural tops and refined basics in cotton and modal. Seasonal colour accents appear against a largely neutral palette of navy, charcoal, cream and soft earth tones. Texture plays a central role: dense merino knits, crisp poplin, fluid viscose and, in colder months, brushed wool and cashmere blends. Accessories are treated with the same restraint. Leather boots, minimalist sneakers, slim belts and geometric jewellery echo the clothing’s clean lines, ideal if you are building a capsule wardrobe or looking for a single statement piece to travel with.A store layout designed for browsing
The interior is organised over open, sightline-friendly zones rather than tight corridors, making it easy to wander between menswear and womenswear without feeling rushed. Fitting rooms are tucked slightly away from the windows, providing a quieter corner for trying on outfits under soft, flattering lighting that helps you judge cuts and colours realistically. Seating islands and simple display blocks double as places to pause with companions while they browse. The soundscape tends to be discreet: low-volume music, murmured conversations and the occasional creak of floorboards or rustle of fabric, which together create a relaxed backdrop for focused shopping.Nordic design details and thoughtful touches
Design-minded details reward a closer look. You may notice the subtle rhythm of wooden hangers, rails aligned in near-perfect symmetry and carefully spaced stacks of knitwear that make colour gradients feel almost architectural. Mannequins are styled with a considered eye, often pairing tailored pieces with more casual items to show how the collection can move from office to weekend or from gallery visit to dinner. Signage is discreet and materials information is clearly printed, making it simple to compare fabric compositions and care instructions. During colder seasons, front-of-store displays highlight outerwear and layers suited to the North Sea climate, while in summer lighter linens and breathable cottons move centre stage.Part of Aarhus’ central shopping walk
Beyond the glass, Store Torv connects directly to the main pedestrian arteries of Aarhus C, with independent boutiques, cafés and design stores only a short stroll away. COS forms one stop on a broader city-centre circuit that might take in local design concepts, international fashion brands and the nearby cathedral. Because of its central position, the store works equally well for a quick, targeted visit or an unhurried browse after exploring museums and waterfront districts. Its combination of modern minimalism, carefully edited collections and a calm, airy interior makes it a natural anchor point for anyone interested in Scandinavian style while discovering Aarhus.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Agnete og Havmanden
0.7 km
Discover the poetic fusion of Danish folklore and modern sculpture at Aarhus’ Agnete og Havmanden, a landmark bronze fountain embodying myth and emotion.
Den Svangre
0.7 km
A bronze sculpture celebrating the female form in Aarhus's cultural heart.
Frederiks Plads
0.8 km
A vibrant, contemporary city square where modern architecture, open green space, and urban life converge in the heart of Aarhus near Frederiksbjerg.
Møllen i botanisk have Århus
1.0 km
Historic mill at the heart of Aarhus's verdant botanical sanctuary, blending heritage with living gardens.
Steno Museum
1.0 km
Explore the Steno Museum in Aarhus, where science and history come alive through engaging exhibits and interactive experiences.
Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden
1.0 km
Step into a vibrant world of exotic plants, interactive exhibits, and striking glass architecture at Aarhus's Greenhouses—a serene escape for nature lovers.
Folkehuset Trøjborg
1.1 km
Folkehuset Trøjborg blends Danish hygge, vibrant community life, and affordable culture, making it a beloved gathering place in the heart of Aarhus’ Trøjborg district.
Kunst ved Kaserneboulevarden
1.1 km
Explore contemporary art at Kunst ved Kaserneboulevarden, Aarhus' premier gallery showcasing local and international talent.
Botanical Garden
1.3 km
Experience Denmark's artistic heritage and international masterpieces at SMK, Copenhagen's dynamic national gallery housed in landmark architecture beside the Kings’ Garden.
University Park, Aarhus
1.4 km
Explore seven centuries of art at SMK – Denmark’s national gallery, marrying old masters, modern pioneers, and cutting-edge exhibitions in stunning parkland surroundings.
Nordisk Film Cinemas Trøjborg
1.5 km
Experience local Danish cinema culture at Nordisk Film Cinemas Trøjborg—an atmospheric neighborhood movie house blending modern comfort with classic charm in Aarhus.
Trøjborg Beboerhus
1.6 km
Experience the vibrant community spirit of Aarhus at Trøjborg Beboerhus, a hub for cultural events, workshops, and local gatherings.
Udsigtspladsen
1.7 km
Experience breathtaking city, harbor, and bay vistas from one of Aarhus C’s most beloved scenic viewpoints, perfect for relaxation and panoramic photography.
Tivoli Friheden
2.4 km
Experience the thrill and magic of Tivoli Friheden, Aarhus' premier amusement park with rides, live music, and family-friendly fun for all ages.
Flagpladsen
3.0 km
Historic plaza overlooking Aarhus Bay, gateway to royal heritage and astronomical discovery.
Unmissable attractions to see
Viking Museum
0.0 km
Walk where Vikings founded Aarhus 1,200 years ago in this underground museum beneath the city center.
Bishop's Square
0.1 km
Marselisborg Castle offers royal heritage, tranquil English-style gardens, and the dramatic changing of the guard—an essential cultural and green escape south of Aarhus city center.
Aarhus Cathedral
0.1 km
Aarhus Cathedral—Denmark’s tallest and longest church, home to medieval frescoes and ornate altarpiece, anchors the city’s vibrant heart with Gothic grace.
Vadestedet
0.1 km
Historic river crossing turned vibrant canal-side strip, Vadestedet blends cafés, bars and bridges into Aarhus’ cosiest, most atmospheric urban meeting place.
Lille Torv
0.1 km
Aarhus Waterfront: a vibrant coastal promenade fusing striking modern architecture, rich maritime heritage, and lively urban culture along the city’s scenic bay.
Sankt Clements Torv
0.1 km
Compact, historic and constantly in motion, Sankt Clemens Torv is the everyday crossroads between cathedral, Viking past, riverside cafés and modern shopping Aarhus.
Aarhus Theatre
0.1 km
Art Nouveau splendour, golden auditoriums and four busy stages make Aarhus Theatre the historic heart of live performance in Denmark’s second-largest city.
KØN - Gender Museum Denmark
0.2 km
One of the world's few museums exploring gender, equality, and sexuality through history and contemporary dialogue.
The Occupation Museum
0.2 km
Aarhus’ former Gestapo headquarters turned museum, where original cells, local stories and moral dilemmas bring Denmark’s wartime occupation chillingly close.
Latinerkvarteret
0.2 km
Aarhus’ oldest quarter: cobbled lanes, medieval houses, indie shops and café terraces creating a compact, bohemian neighborhood just behind the cathedral.
Latin Quarter
0.2 km
Aarhus’ Latin Quarter blends cobbled medieval streets, historic townhouses and bike-friendly lanes with creative cafés, boutiques and boundary-pushing Nordic dining.
Klostertorvet
0.2 km
Intimate cobbled square in central Aarhus where monastic history, café life and city shopping streets meet in a relaxed, atmospheric urban pocket.
Ismael
0.2 km
A poised bronze boy with bow and arrow brings quiet drama and historic artistry to the intimate city square of Klostertorvet in central Aarhus.
Flodhesteungen Frederikke
0.3 km
A small granite hippo resting in the middle of Frederiksgade, Flodhesteungen Frederikke adds a playful, tactile pause to the busy streets of central Aarhus.
Flodhestefontæne
0.3 km
Aarhus waterfront fuses cutting-edge architecture, vibrant public spaces, and breathtaking bay views, offering an essential experience at the heart of Denmark's dynamic cityscape.
Essential places to dine
Grappa Aps
0.1 km
Modern Italian kitchen and wine bar on Aarhus’ lively riverfront, serving pizzas, pasta and antipasti from brunch to late evening in a warm, social setting.
Carlton
0.1 km
A central Aarhus brasserie-style restaurant and bar where polished plates, a strong wine list and warm lighting create an intimate, grown‑up city evening.
A Hereford Beefstouw - Aarhus
0.1 km
Classic Danish steakhouse tradition on the Åboulevarden waterfront, pairing expertly grilled beef with polished Scandinavian design and a serious wine and beer list.
Casablanca Aarhus
0.2 km
French‑style brasserie, famous brunch “Crunch” and cosy café‑bar atmosphere in the heart of Aarhus’ historic Latin Quarter.
Café Hack
0.2 km
Theatre-side brasserie in central Aarhus, where candlelit dining, classic European flavours and a touch of broadcast history create an intimate urban evening.
Mefisto Restaurant & Gårdhave
0.2 km
Aarhus’ beloved seafood restaurant and garden, Mefisto, offers Scandinavian classics, atmospheric courtyard dining, and vibrant local flavor in the city’s oldest quarter.
Teater Bodega
0.2 km
Classic Danish inn in central Aarhus, offering authentic smørrebrød, cosy ambiance, and a historic link to the city’s arts and theatre scene.
Bernth & co
0.2 km
Artisanal restaurant blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary Nordic cuisine in central Aarhus
Piccolina
0.2 km
Authentic Italian pizzeria with exceptional vegan options and warm family hospitality in central Aarhus.
KöD Aarhus
0.2 km
Riverfront steakhouse in central Aarhus, serving premium cuts, generous sides and bold wines in a warm, low-lit setting made for slow, sociable dinners.
Plant Food
0.2 km
Small, cosy and completely plant-based, Plant Food serves bold umami burgers, bowls and sandwiches in the heart of Aarhus’ atmospheric Latin Quarter.
Lecoq
0.2 km
French-inspired brasserie and bar bringing Southern European warmth, wine and late-night energy to Aarhus’ atmospheric Latin Quarter on Graven.
L'estragon
0.2 km
L’estragon serves up refined French cuisine with Danish creativity in Aarhus’ Latin Quarter, offering intimate ambiance, seasonal tasting menus, and top-tier wine pairing.
Basso Aarhus
0.2 km
Modern Italian restaurant in Aarhus C serving inventive multi-course social dining with Nordic flair, stylish ambiance, and top-tier ingredients in a lively city-center setting.
Keyser Social
0.2 km
Creative Asian–Nordic social dining in the heart of Aarhus, where multi-course sharing menus, refined cocktails and warm urban design turn dinner into an evening-long experience.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
COS
0.0 km
A calm, design-led COS flagship on Aarhus’ historic Store Torv, blending Scandinavian minimalism, quality fabrics and thoughtful silhouettes in the city’s busy heart.
stoy
0.0 km
Minimalist, design-led fashion hub on Aarhus’ main square, blending luxury labels and independent brands in a calm, curated retail space.
Skagen Clothing
0.1 km
Minimalist Danish fashion where sustainable style meets everyday comfort.
BESTSELLER Rømerhus
0.1 km
Flagship BESTSELLER fashion house in a historic Aarhus icon, blending classic architecture, modern Scandinavian design and multi-brand style under one roof.
Utzon
0.1 km
Independent Aarhus boutique where Scandinavian fashion, leather, fur, and design objects are curated into one coherent, softly luxurious universe of style.
Royal Vintage
0.1 km
Hidden down a quiet Aarhus lane, Royal Vintage offers a compact, carefully curated selection of pre-loved fashion for travellers who love slow, sustainable style.
Paustian Lille Torv
0.1 km
A light-filled Scandinavian design universe on historic Lille Torv, where Danish furniture icons, contemporary interiors, and curated lifestyle pieces meet under one stylish roof.
RAASTED
0.1 km
Curated design and fashion boutique with an upscale organic café in central Aarhus.
Plakaten
0.1 km
Long‑standing Aarhus poster boutique on Sankt Clemens Torv, blending curated art prints with expert framing services in the heart of the city’s main shopping street.
LÏST Store
0.1 km
A calm, curated women’s fashion boutique in Aarhus’ Latin Quarter, blending Scandinavian simplicity, quality fabrics and timeless silhouettes on charming Volden.
Seramikku - Japandi Concept Store
0.2 km
A serene Japandi concept store in Aarhus’ Latin Quarter, blending Japanese ceramics and Scandinavian design into a calm, tactile shopping experience.
Mads Nørgaard
0.2 km
A Scandinavian multibrand fashion hub in Aarhus’ historic Latin Quarter, blending Mads Nørgaard classics with curated contemporary labels for men and women.
Sophies Tøjhus
0.2 km
A cosy central Aarhus boutique for colourful, Scandinavian‑inspired women’s fashion, perfect for a relaxed browse and a wardrobe refresh between city sights.
Magasin Aarhus
0.2 km
Experience the stylish pulse of Aarhus at Magasin, a landmark department store with historic roots, Nordic design, fashion, gourmet eats, and city-center charm.
Panduro Hobby
0.2 km
A colourful craft haven in the heart of Aarhus, packed with DIY supplies, creative kits and ideas for makers of all ages on atmospheric Badstuegade.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Alberts - Cocktailbar i Aarhus
0.0 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife at Alberts Cocktail Bar in Aarhus, featuring innovative cocktails and a lively atmosphere perfect for socializing.
Bar Smil Aarhus
0.1 km
Loud beats, cheap drinks and late-night energy in a compact bar-club right in the centre of Aarhus’ historic heart.
Café Under Masken
0.1 km
Bohemian, art‑lined den in central Aarhus where masks, fish tanks and coffee cups share space with beers, late‑night conversations and an old‑school smoky bar vibe.
PV (Pustervig) - Kaffe & Cocktails
0.1 km
Cosy central Aarhus hideaway where daytime coffee culture flows seamlessly into a warm, late-night world of candles, chatter and creative cocktails.
The Old Irish Pub
0.1 km
Discover the vibrant spirit of Ireland at The Old Irish Pub in Aarhus, where great food, drinks, and live entertainment await.
ÅBEN Aarhus
0.1 km
Contemporary craft beer, rotating taps and a relaxed neighborhood buzz in a minimalist taproom tucked into Aarhus’ historic Latin Quarter.
Clemens Bar
0.1 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife of Aarhus at Clemens Bar, where friendly vibes and delicious drinks await every night.
Herr Bartels
0.1 km
Discover the vibrant nightlife of Aarhus at Herr Bartels, a premier cocktail bar offering innovative drinks and a lively atmosphere.
SWAY
0.2 km
Central Aarhus bar with affordable drinks, attentive staff, and vibrant late-night atmosphere.
Barstart
0.2 km
Discover Barstart, Aarhus' premier cocktail bar offering vibrant drinks, small plates, and a unique Tarantino-themed ambiance for an unforgettable night out.
London
0.2 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife of Aarhus at its premier cocktail bar, blending innovative drinks with a stylish ambiance for an unforgettable evening.
Bitter Bar
0.2 km
Experience the lively ambiance and innovative cocktails at Bitter Bar, a must-visit nightlife gem in Aarhus.
LouLou Aarhus
0.2 km
Glam cocktail bar and 23+ nightclub on Aarhus’ riverside strip, where playful décor, crafted drinks and a pulsing dance floor keep weekends going till dawn.
Cafe Gyden
0.2 km
Aarhus's premier hookah lounge where premium shisha meets craft cocktails in refined urban comfort.
Waxies
0.2 km
Lively Irish pub and sports bar in central Aarhus, blending cosy wood‑panelled charm with live music, games and big‑screen sports late into the night.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
- Fun-filled
- Unique
- Casual
- Boutique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Minimalist Designs
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Landmarks
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Day Trip
- Roadtrip Stop
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly