Harvesting, Shop and Café (Høst, Samsø)
A cosy Samsø village café blending local produce, art and wine in a relaxed farm-shop setting on Maarup Hovedgade.
Set in the small village of Mårup on Samsø, Harvesting, Shop and Café is a cosy, countryside spot where island produce, art and good coffee meet under one roof. Housed in a traditional building on Maarup Hovedgade, it blends a relaxed farm-shop feel with a simple café and a small wine bar atmosphere. Expect seasonal island specialties, shelves of local goods to take home and walls dotted with paintings, all in an intimate space that feels more like visiting a creative friend’s home than a conventional shop.
A brief summary to Harvesting, shop and cafe
- Maarup Hovedgade 17, Samsø Municipality, 8305, DK
- +4542654017
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 11 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 11 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 11 am-5 pm
- Thursday 11 am-5 pm
- Friday 11 am-5 pm
- Saturday 11 am-5 pm
- Sunday 11 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit around midday or early afternoon; the café closes by late afternoon most days and earlier on Sundays.
- Leave extra time to browse the shelves and paintings; many of the products are made on Samsø and make easy-to-pack souvenirs.
- If you enjoy wine, consider stopping later in the day when the café feels more like a small wine bar.
- Bring a reusable bag if you plan to stock up on local goods, as the shop area focuses on small-batch products and bottles.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Harvesting, shop and cafe location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Island café charm on Maarup Hovedgade
Harvesting, Shop and Café sits right on Maarup Hovedgade, the main street of this quiet Samsø village, in a low-key building that could just as easily belong to a farm as to a modern café. Inside, the atmosphere is informal and friendly, with a mix of small tables, counters and shelves creating a space that feels part living room, part larder. Natural light drifts in from the street, catching on jars, bottles and framed art, while the hum of conversation and the clink of cups set a gentle backdrop. Samsø is known across Denmark for its vegetables and small-scale producers, and this café taps into that island identity. The menu leans simple and seasonal: freshly brewed coffee, tea and soft drinks, light lunches or cakes, and often something that showcases whatever is best from local fields at that moment. It is the kind of place where you pause between explorations of the island rather than rush through on an errand.Farm-to-shelf goods and local bottles
Beyond the counter, the shop element reveals itself in an array of products that speak to Samsø’s agricultural roots. Depending on the season, you might find preserves, local condiments, small-batch treats, or items made from the island’s famous crops. These are displayed in a way that encourages slow browsing, with labels and packaging that reflect the understated style of Danish rural design. The café also operates as a modest wine bar, with a curated selection of bottles ready to open or to take away. Evenings or late afternoons can feel almost like a neighbourhood gathering, with a glass of wine replacing the daytime latte. For travellers staying nearby, it is an easy place to pick up something for a picnic, ferry crossing or relaxed night in a holiday cottage.Art on the walls and creativity in the details
One of the surprises here is the presence of art: the space doubles as a small paintings store, with works adding colour and texture to the interior. Rather than a formal gallery, it feels integrated into the café’s daily life; you might sip coffee beneath a coastal landscape or a bold abstract piece, and notice new works on subsequent visits. This creative streak extends to how the café is arranged. Mismatched chairs, simple wooden tables and thoughtfully chosen objects give the room an unforced character. There is a sense of things being made and curated by hand, echoing the broader New Nordic ideal of paying attention to provenance, craft and detail.Slow island rhythm and relaxed pacing
Life on Samsø moves at a slower tempo, and Harvesting, Shop and Café is in tune with that rhythm. Opening hours concentrate around late morning and afternoon, matching the island’s leisurely patterns rather than big-city schedules. It is well suited to an unhurried break: leafing through a book, chatting with friends or simply watching occasional cyclists and tractors pass along the village street. The compact size makes it an intimate stop rather than an all-evening venue. Many visitors fold a visit into a broader day of exploring farm roads, coastal paths and nearby beaches. With its combination of coffee, snacks, wine and goods to go, the café naturally becomes a repeat stop during a stay on Samsø.Practical details for planning your visit
The café keeps a straightforward schedule: it is typically open daily in the main season, with slightly shorter hours on Sundays, focusing on the window between late morning and late afternoon. This makes it ideal for brunch-style stops, midday breaks or an early glass of wine before moving on to dinner elsewhere on the island. You can comfortably experience the place in under an hour if you are just grabbing a drink and a look around the shop, but many travellers choose to linger longer, especially in fine weather when the quiet of Mårup enhances the sense of escape. Reception for mobile phones is generally reliable in the village, so it is easy to coordinate plans while you sit with your coffee and make the most of Samsø’s calm, rural charm.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Location Audience
- Family Friendly
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