Antik Bahuset, Brogade 16E, Køge
A cosy antiques haven on historic Brogade, where pewter, brass and pre‑1900 treasures from South Zealand fill creaking rooms with stories from another era.
Tucked into the cobbled heart of Køge’s old town, Antik Bahuset at Brogade 16E is a cosy antiques shop specialising in furniture, pewter, brass and decorative pieces from before 1900. Stepping inside feels like entering a curated attic of Danish and continental treasures, where patinated wood, polished metal and stacks of curiosities tell stories of South Zealand’s past. It is a quiet, characterful stop between the town’s cafés, harbourfront and medieval houses.
A brief summary to køge butikker brogade
- Brogade 16 E, Køge, 4600, DK
- +4556661719
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Budget
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- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-5:30 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5:30 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5:30 pm
- Friday 10 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Allow unhurried time to browse; many of the best finds are tucked on lower shelves or in the back of display cabinets.
- If you are interested in larger furniture, bring measurements from home and photos of your space to assess what will fit.
- Ask before photographing items; it is courteous in a small antiques shop and staff can sometimes share extra details about a piece.
- Bring a small notebook or use your phone to note down maker’s marks or dates if you are comparing similar antiques elsewhere in town.
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- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
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Antiques in the Heart of Old Køge
Antik Bahuset occupies a discreet spot on Brogade, one of the historic streets threading through Køge’s compact medieval centre. Outside, the cobblestones and low façades frame the shopfront, signalling that this is a place where time moves a little more slowly. Once you step over the threshold, the bustle of the pedestrian street softens into a gentle hush, replaced by the creak of floorboards and the soft clink of glass and metal. The shop is known regionally as a reliable source of antiques from across South Zealand, with a particular emphasis on well‑kept household items and decorative pieces from the 19th century and earlier. Here, antiques are not presented as museum pieces behind glass, but as objects that invite close inspection and, perhaps, a second life in someone’s home.Rooms Filled with Pre‑1900 Character
Inside, Antik Bahuset feels more like a series of intimate rooms than a single sales floor. Cabinets brim with porcelain and glass, while sideboards and tables are layered with candlesticks, bowls and framed prints. Many of the items are pre‑1900, giving the selection a coherent, old‑world character that leans toward the late 1800s and earlier. Pewter and brass play a starring role: polished candlesticks catch stray beams of light from the front windows, and heavy jugs and tankards sit beside smaller decorative pieces. Wooden furniture ranges from simple farmhouse tables to more ornate chests and dressers, their surfaces marked by years of use but carefully cared for. It is the sort of place where a single shelf can hold everything from a modest kitchen tool to an unexpectedly fine piece of craftsmanship.Stories Hidden in Every Object
Part of the appeal here lies in the stories suggested by each object. A worn armchair hints at evenings spent in lamplight; a brass candlestick might once have lit gatherings in a farmhouse or merchant’s townhouse. Although the pieces come from different corners of South Zealand and beyond, together they evoke a shared past of domestic life, craftsmanship and quiet ritual. Collectors can lose track of time comparing marks on porcelain or examining dovetail joints in drawers, while casual browsers often find themselves drawn to details: the curve of a chair leg, a hand‑painted floral motif on a plate, the weight of a pewter platter. Even if you are not in the market for antiques, wandering through the shop provides a tactile sense of how people in Denmark once furnished their homes.A Calm Counterpoint to Lively Brogade
Brogade itself is one of Køge’s liveliest shopping streets, with fashion boutiques, everyday stores and cafés lining the way. In that context, Antik Bahuset offers a quieter, more reflective experience. It works well as a counterpoint to a day spent exploring the harbour, the town square and the timber‑framed houses nearby. Lighting inside is warm and subdued rather than gallery‑bright, which suits the patina of old wood and metal. The atmosphere encourages slow browsing rather than hurried purchases. On cooler days, the contrast between the crisp air outside and the cosy interior makes the shop feel especially welcoming, while in summer it provides a shaded retreat from the sun.Finding One‑of‑a‑Kind Keepsakes
For travellers, the real draw is the chance to bring home something truly individual. Instead of mass‑produced souvenirs, Antik Bahuset offers objects with age, weight and provenance. A small brass candleholder, a framed engraving or a piece of vintage tableware can slip easily into luggage yet carry a strong memory of Køge. Because the stock changes as pieces are bought and new finds arrive, no two visits are quite the same. Regulars return in search of specific types of furniture or metalware, while first‑time visitors often leave with something they did not know they were looking for. Combined with Brogade’s historic setting, the shop creates a compact but rewarding stop for anyone interested in design, history or simply the pleasure of browsing beautiful old things.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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- Family Friendly
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