Puslespilsbutikken, Helsingør
Denmark’s only dedicated jigsaw puzzle shop – a cozy Helsingør courtyard gem stacked floor to ceiling with colourful puzzles for families, collectors and curious browsers.
Tucked down a historic lane in the old center of Helsingør, Puslespilsbutikken is Denmark’s only dedicated jigsaw puzzle shop – a cozy, colourful haven for puzzle lovers of all ages. Shelves are stacked floor to ceiling with everything from artsy adult puzzles and Scandinavian designs to family-friendly boxes and quirky brain-teasers. It is as much a place to browse and chat about motifs and piece counts as it is to buy, making it a charming little stop on any wander through Helsingør’s cobbled streets.
A brief summary to Puslespilsbutikken
- Anna Queens Stræde 5A, Helsingør, 3000, DK
- +4521393104
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Budget
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 12 pm-5 pm
- Tuesday 12 pm-5 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm-5 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-5 pm
- Friday 12 pm-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Arrive with a sense of how many pieces you enjoy; staff can quickly guide you to ranges that fit your time and table space.
- If you are choosing a gift, ask for recommendations for specific age groups or puzzle experience levels.
- Bring a small day pack or tote if you plan to buy larger boxes, as they are light but a bit bulky to carry around town.
- Check opening hours in advance, especially early in the week, as the shop keeps limited midday and afternoon times.
- Use the visit to note brands and series you like; many are also available online if you want more puzzles later.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Puslespilsbutikken 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
Discover more about Puslespilsbutikken
A tiny courtyard world devoted to puzzles
Step in from Anna Queens Stræde and you find yourself in a compact shop that feels more like a personal collection than a generic store. Boxes line the walls in neat, colourful rows, grouped by theme, difficulty and piece count. This is Puslespilsbutikken, a specialist jigsaw puzzle shop and a small local institution in Helsingør’s historic core. The space is intimate, with just enough room to weave between displays, yet every shelf seems to reveal another tempting image to piece together at home. The focus here is unapologetically narrow: puzzles, puzzles and more puzzles. That single-minded passion gives the shop its character, whether you are hunting for a gift, looking to level up from 500 to 1000 pieces or simply enjoying the calm of a place where time seems to slow down.Denmark’s specialist jigsaw destination
Puslespilsbutikken is known as Denmark’s only fully dedicated jigsaw puzzle shop, and that niche identity shapes the assortment on offer. You find classic landscapes and cityscapes, but also modern art motifs, graphic patterns, vintage-style illustrations and clever collage designs. Many boxes come from European makers, with a notable presence of Scandinavian brands and small-batch publishers that are harder to track down in general toy stores. Alongside standard cardboard puzzles, look out for extra-challenging monochrome designs, panoramic formats, round puzzles, and themed series that let you collect related images over time. The selection caters to beginners, experienced enthusiasts and families looking for something everyone can gather around on a dark winter evening.Talking motifs, piece counts and strategies
Because the shop is owner-run, there is usually someone behind the counter who knows the stock intimately. Rather than quick transactions, visits often turn into conversations about which motifs are trickiest, which brands have the best cardboard quality, or what might suit a child who has just outgrown simple 100-piece puzzles. It is easy to lose track of time comparing options and imagining how each image will feel to assemble. Sample boxes are often on display, so you can examine print detail and finish before deciding. Many visitors arrive with a specific idea in mind – perhaps a coastal scene, a botanical theme or a map-style puzzle – and leave with a box that feels chosen rather than random, helped by practical advice on difficulty and size.A cozy stop on a Helsingør wander
The shop’s location in a courtyard just off Anna Queens Stræde suits its slightly hidden, treasure-hunt appeal. After exploring Helsingør’s half-timbered streets and brick facades, stepping inside brings a shift in scale from grand history to small domestic pleasures. The interior is warm and informal, more like a living room full of games than a polished showroom, and it is the kind of place where browsing is encouraged even if you are not planning a big purchase. Because the space is small, it can feel lively when a few groups are inside at once, yet the mood generally remains relaxed. Children often scan the lower shelves, adults inspect the higher stacks, and there is a gentle rustle of cardboard and conversation rather than loud music or rush.Finding the right puzzle for your moment
For travelers, a puzzle can be an unexpected but practical souvenir: easy to pack flat, evocative of a mood or motif, and something you can enjoy long after returning home. Puslespilsbutikken has options that suit a short holiday cottage stay, a rainy afternoon in Helsingør or a long winter project. Smaller boxes with 500 pieces or less are ideal for a weekend, while 1000-piece and above are best for longer commitments. The staff can help you match a puzzle to your schedule, table space and patience level. Whether you leave with a delicate art print, a map of the world or a whimsical illustration, the experience of choosing it here – in a tiny Danish courtyard shop dedicated entirely to puzzles – becomes part of the story.Practical visiting details
Puslespilsbutikken usually keeps limited but consistent daytime hours, with slightly longer opening on weekdays and a shorter window on Saturdays. It is a straightforward ground-floor space with a small step at the entrance, and inside the floor is level but narrow in places due to shelving. You do not need a long slot in your itinerary: many people spend around half an hour browsing, though puzzle enthusiasts can happily linger. Payment is typically by card as well as cash, and prices reflect the quality of branded European puzzles rather than discount-store ranges. Even so, there is a spread of price points, from smaller boxes that make easy gifts to more elaborate sets that feel like a special treat for dedicated puzzlers.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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