Læsehesten Silkeborg
A cosy Silkeborg cave of used books, comics, games and films where collectors, readers and gamers lose track of time among shelves of nostalgic finds.
Læsehesten Silkeborg is a beloved specialist game and comics store in central Silkeborg, packed floor‑to‑ceiling with second‑hand treasures and niche geek culture. Across roughly 300 m² you browse used books, comics, magazines, console games, films and collectibles, with a famously knowledgeable owner who knows the stock by heart. It is the kind of place where you come in to “just look” and emerge much later with an armful of unexpected finds.
A brief summary to Læsehesten Silkeborg
- Borgergade 151, Silkeborg, 8600, DK
- +4586828833
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Budget
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 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 10 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Allow extra time: the 300 m² space is densely packed, and serious browsing through comics, books and game shelves easily turns into an hour or more.
- Come with a mental wish‑list of authors, series or consoles you collect; it helps you stay focused amid the huge and ever‑changing selection.
- Bring a tote bag or small backpack if you expect to buy several items; second‑hand books and games quickly become heavy to carry.
- Weekday late mornings and early afternoons are usually calmer, giving you more space at the shelves and time to ask for recommendations.
- If you collect vintage comics, check inside covers for older stamps from the Læsehesten chain – a quirky detail some collectors enjoy.
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A treasure cave for readers and gamers
Læsehesten Silkeborg is the sort of shop that feels more like a personal archive than a conventional store. Shelves and boxes are filled with used books, comics, magazines, console games and films, reflecting decades of popular culture. It grew out of a small chain known for trading everything from weekly comics to video games, and the Silkeborg branch has become a fixture in the town’s everyday life. The focus is resolutely on second‑hand and collectible items. You can leaf through classic paperbacks, rifle through stacks of older game titles for PlayStation and Nintendo, or hunt down missing issues for a cherished comic series. Prices are generally modest, and part of the appeal is the sense of hunt: you never quite know what will be on the shelves on any given visit.Comics heritage and collecting culture
Among Danish comic fans, Læsehesten has a certain cult status. The chain was once notorious for stamping its address inside comic albums; a quirk that has now become a tiny slice of collecting history in its own right. While that practice has stopped, the Silkeborg shop still taps into the same collector culture, with long boxes of albums and back issues that reward patient browsing. Regulars often come here looking for specific titles, rare Danish editions or affordable reading copies of out‑of‑print series. Over the years the store has supplied everything from vintage underground comics to mainstream superheroes translated into Danish. The atmosphere encourages conversation about artists, publishers and print runs, and it is common to see customers comparing finds at the counter.The legendary round table and local atmosphere
One of the most distinctive features associated with Læsehesten is the owner’s round table – a symbolic hub where chats about comics, books and games unfold. In Silkeborg the same spirit lives on: visiting often feels like stepping into a living room devoted to pop culture rather than a strictly commercial space. Time moves differently inside. People drift between shelves, pull out a stack of old magazines, then get drawn into a discussion about favourite series or classic game consoles. The shop has a down‑to‑earth, slightly chaotic charm; cardboard boxes might sit under tables, and new arrivals can appear in any corner. That informality is part of the pleasure, making each visit feel a little like a small-scale treasure hunt.What you can expect to find on the shelves
Although the exact selection changes constantly, there are some recurring themes. You are likely to find used genre fiction, crime and fantasy paperbacks, piles of children’s books, and a wide variety of comics in Danish. Console games and DVDs or Blu‑rays typically cover earlier generations as well as more recent releases, offering budget‑friendly options for building a collection. The emphasis on physical media stands out in an increasingly digital world. Here you handle objects with weight and history: dog‑eared covers, older logos, and price stickers from long‑gone shops. For many visitors that tangible connection to earlier eras of reading, gaming and film is exactly what makes the place special.Visiting during opening hours
The shop keeps straightforward, daytime‑friendly hours. On weekdays it opens late morning and runs through the afternoon, while Saturdays are shorter and Sundays closed, so it fits neatly into a day of exploring Silkeborg’s centre. There is usually enough time to browse without rushing, but coming earlier in the day gives the best chance to sift through freshly stocked boxes. Læsehesten Silkeborg works well as a stand‑alone outing or as a relaxed break between other activities in town. Whether you step in for a quick look or settle in for a long browse, it offers a welcoming, quietly nostalgic corner of Silkeborg devoted to stories, pictures and play.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
silkeborg
1.5 km
Historic 1871 railway landmark connecting Central Jutland with frequent regional services and heritage charm.
Silkeborg Water Tower
2.1 km
A heritage-listed industrial landmark symbolising Silkeborg's textile manufacturing legacy.
Lovisehøj
4.5 km
A 73-meter forest hill with royal heritage and sweeping views across Danish lakes and woodlands.
Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten
5.0 km
A modest memorial stone in Silkeborg Vesterskov, where forest tranquillity and wartime history meet in a quiet, contemplative woodland clearing.
Store Troldhøj
9.9 km
A cone-shaped summit offering panoramic valley views and a climbing tree in Denmark's scenic lake district.
Bølling Lake
10.5 km
A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.
Randershøj
10.7 km
A scenic hilltop viewpoint offering panoramic vistas across Denmark's lake-filled landscape and forest-covered terrain.
Himmelbjerget rutebåd
12.0 km
Denmark's highest point crowned by a historic tower, accessible by scenic lake cruise or forest trail.
Folkemøde Mindesten anno 1839
12.5 km
Denmark's first democratic gathering, 1839—where ordinary citizens claimed their political voice.
Jutland's Automobile Museum
13.1 km
Discover Denmark's automotive history at Jutland's Automobile Museum in Gjern, showcasing vintage cars and motorcycles from the early 1900s to iconic post-war models, offering a unique glimpse into the nation's motoring heritage.
Abbey Mill
18.5 km
Explore Abbey Mill in Skanderborg: A picturesque blend of history and nature, perfect for leisurely strolls and unforgettable experiences.
Øm Klostermuseum
19.3 km
Discover Denmark's medieval monastic life at Øm Klostermuseum near Ry: Explore ruins, gardens, and artifacts revealing centuries of history and brewing traditions.
Jutland
21.5 km
Discover Jutland, Denmark: Explore Viking history, stunning nature, and family fun on the mainland peninsula, offering an authentic Danish experience.
Mossø
21.9 km
Discover the serene beauty of Mossø, Denmark's third-largest lake, offering hiking, watersports, and historical sites in the heart of the Danish Lake District.
Dollerup Bakker
24.5 km
Dokk1: Aarhus' award-winning cultural center blending modern architecture with community engagement.
Unmissable attractions to see
Slotsholmen
1.3 km
Experience breathtaking panoramic views over Silkeborg's heather-clad hills and serene lakes at Kongestolen, a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.
Springvand
1.3 km
Silkeborg Langsø’s towering fountain turns the town’s central lake into a stage of water and light, blending engineering spectacle with everyday lakeside life.
Kedelhuset
1.6 km
Intimate live music and performance venue in Silkeborg’s former paper mill boiler house, blending industrial charm with a modern black box concert hall.
Riverboat Jazz Festival
1.6 km
Swinging jazz, riverboats and long Nordic evenings fuse in Silkeborg’s lake district for a five-day celebration where the entire town becomes a waterside stage.
Museum Silkeborg, Papirmuseet
1.6 km
A living paper workshop in Silkeborg’s old factory, where you watch pulp become sheets, learn about banknote paper and try your hand at this quietly magical craft.
Statue of Michael Drewsen
1.6 km
Panoramic forested hilltop viewpoint steeped in royal legend, offering sweeping vistas over Silkeborg’s lakes and the lush Søhøjlandet landscape.
The Hjejle Agency
1.7 km
Denmark's oldest steamship still operating with its original 1861 engine, offering historic cruises through the scenic Silkeborg Lake District.
Museum Silkeborg, Hovedgården
1.7 km
Step into Silkeborg’s oldest manor house to meet Tollund Man, explore bog mysteries and trace the town’s journey from Iron Age wetlands to modern Jutland hub.
Tollundmanden
1.7 km
Meet the Tollund Man, a 2,400‑year‑old bog body whose hauntingly preserved face and story of ritual, death and discovery define Museum Silkeborg’s Iron Age heart.
Vægmaleri
1.8 km
Experience the tradition of Denmark’s lake steamers aboard Turbådene Himmelbjerget, a nostalgic boat journey bridging Ry, Silkeborg, and the legendary hill.
MOSES
1.9 km
Discover leading Danish and international contemporary art in the heart of Silkeborg, with exhibitions, events, and a welcoming, creative atmosphere at Galerie Moderne.
Galerie Moderne Silkeborg
1.9 km
One of Scandinavia’s largest modern art galleries, blending CoBrA masterpieces, contemporary works and a welcoming, free-to-enter space in central Silkeborg.
Silkeborg Archive
2.0 km
Silkeborg’s collective memory, preserving documents, images and stories that trace the lakeside city’s journey from industrial outpost to modern municipality.
Badeanstalten
2.0 km
Denmark's most authentic bathhouse—a historic Nordic wellness sanctuary preserving centuries of bathing tradition.
Scandic Silkeborg
2.4 km
Scandinavian comfort by the lake: a pool, forest paths and flexible spaces on Silkeborg’s tranquil green edge.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant The Grill Silkeborg
0.4 km
All-you-can-eat grill buffet with 15+ meat cuts, 50+ salads, and theatrical carving in Silkeborg.
Restaurant King Buffet (Borgergade)
0.5 km
Big, bustling Asian buffet in central Silkeborg, serving sushi, Chinese classics, Mongolian grill and soft‑ice desserts at fixed prices ideal for families and groups.
Atami Sushi Restaurant - Silkeborg
0.7 km
Fresh sushi served to your table in an all-you-can-eat experience that celebrates quality, variety, and authentic Japanese flavors.
DIVA Ristorante & Pizzeria
0.8 km
Casual Italian‑style pizzas, pastas and grills in central Silkeborg, blending sit‑down dining with a busy takeaway counter and long, convenient opening hours.
The Chicken Specialist
1.0 km
A small, central Silkeborg grillbar devoted to crispy rotisserie chicken, golden fries and budget-friendly takeaway dinners for busy locals and hungry travellers.
Restaurant King Buffet (Ansvej)
1.0 km
Spacious Asian buffet in Silkeborg, serving sushi, Chinese dishes and Mongolian grill in a modern, family‑friendly setting with all‑you‑can‑eat comfort.
Evald - Brasserie & cafe
1.4 km
Classic French-inspired brasserie meets Danish hygge on the riverfront at Papirfabrikken, serving from morning coffee to late-night drinks with serene waterside views.
Bone's Silkeborg
1.4 km
Smoky ribs, flame-grilled steaks and family-friendly comfort food in Silkeborg’s regenerated Papirfabrikken riverside district.
Café Kik
1.4 km
Waterfront café on the Gudenå river with quality Danish fare and scenic riverside views.
Restaurant Michael D.
1.5 km
Seasonal Nordic dining in Silkeborg’s converted paper mill, where industrial heritage, hotel comfort and riverside views meet beside the town’s cultural quarter.
Radisson Blu Hotel Papirfabrikken, Silkeborg
1.5 km
Industrial heritage meets riverside luxury in Denmark's lake district.
Sunset Boulevard
1.5 km
Casual Danish fast food with burgers, bites and kids’ meals in a bright, modern setting on Silkeborg’s Chr. d. 8.s Vej.
Underhuset
1.6 km
Family‑run brasserie on Silkeborg’s central square, blending Danish classics and French‑inspired dishes with a cosy dining room and lively terrace on Torvet.
Jensens Bøfhus
1.6 km
Casual Danish steakhouse on Silkeborg’s main square, serving familiar grills, burgers and family-friendly favourites in relaxed, central surroundings.
Restaurant „ Cafe Perle ”
1.6 km
Relaxed, modern café-brasserie in the heart of Silkeborg, serving generous comfort food, brunch plates, coffee and desserts from morning through evening.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Læsehesten Silkeborg
0.0 km
A cosy Silkeborg cave of used books, comics, games and films where collectors, readers and gamers lose track of time among shelves of nostalgic finds.
KiDS Coolshop Silkeborg
0.4 km
Big-box toy wonderland on Brokbjergvej, where Silkeborg families and visitors stock up on games, gifts and playful gear for kids of every age.
Special-butikken Rask A/S
0.4 km
Silkeborg's trusted source for professional tools, equipment, and expert guidance since 1978.
SHOPPE LOPPE
0.4 km
A vast indoor flea-market supermarket in Silkeborg with over 400 stands, mixing retro design, antiques, clothing and curios in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Papirvarer
0.6 km
Functional, businesslike office supply store in Silkeborg, ideal for restocking everyday stationery, paper and packaging when you need reliable essentials fast.
HumanAid
0.8 km
Small Silkeborg gift shop and ceramics studio turning wine, coffee and handmade gifts into tangible support for social projects far beyond Denmark.
MadebyMichelle
1.1 km
Intimate Silkeborg atelier where a local designer turns Scandinavian simplicity into small-batch fashion accessories on a quiet residential street.
Møbelhuset Silkeborg A/S
1.2 km
Spacious Scandinavian furniture house in Silkeborg, offering curated room settings, design-led Danish brands and personal guidance for complete home interiors.
Leather by Corium
1.5 km
Boutique Nordic leather shop in Silkeborg’s Papirfabrikken district, offering timeless bags and accessories that blend Scandinavian design with everyday practicality.
Kop & Kande Silkeborg
1.5 km
Central Silkeborg homeware and gift store offering Scandinavian-style kitchenware, tableware and classic presents in a bright, practical high-street setting.
Søstrene Grene
1.5 km
Cosy Scandinavian lifestyle store on Østergade in Silkeborg, blending hygge-inspired home décor, creative supplies and playful design in a calm, maze-like setting.
HAUS · FRAU
1.5 km
Scandinavian women’s fashion in the heart of Silkeborg, blending timeless elegance, curated designer brands and attentive, personal service on lively Østergade.
Skovs Antik - Silkeborg
1.5 km
A long‑time Silkeborg specialist in silver cutlery, vintage jewelry and classic tableware, preserving Danish craft traditions beyond the life of its physical shop.
Imerco
1.5 km
Central Silkeborg homeware hub for Danish design, practical kitchen gear and cosy hygge accents, ideal for gifts, souvenirs and everyday essentials.
Helm
1.5 km
Two centuries of Danish leather heritage meets contemporary design in Silkeborg's premier bag and luggage destination.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Kings Pub
0.0 km
Straightforward local bar on Borgergade in Silkeborg, serving inexpensive drinks and a relaxed, sociable pub atmosphere from daytime into late evening.
Woodys Aps
0.6 km
Experience the warm ambiance and diverse drinks at Woodys Aps, a central bar in Silkeborg.
The Smoke Pub
1.0 km
A classic Silkeborg bodega on Borgergade, where smoke, cold beer and easy conversation create an unpretentious local living room from late morning to late night.
NO 21 -Tapas & vinbar i Silkeborg
1.4 km
Riverside tapas and wine bar with curated selections and panoramic river views in central Silkeborg.
Kaptajnens Slyngelstue
1.6 km
An old-school Danish bodega in Silkeborg where cold beer, warm banter and a hint of maritime mischief create the captain’s cosiest neighbourhood hideout.
Kaffebaren
1.7 km
Neighbourhood-style coffee bar on Vestergade in Silkeborg, pairing carefully made espresso drinks and iced coffees with a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired atmosphere.
Roxy Malt
1.8 km
Irish-inspired Silkeborg pub with live music, quizzes, speciality beers and a cosy courtyard, blending retro charm with late-night energy in the town centre.
Café Kling Klang
1.8 km
Intimate, candlelit bar-café on Silkeborg’s Søndergade, blending everyday hygge, music and drinks in a laid-back neighbourhood atmosphere.
Butchers Silkeborg
1.8 km
Compact late-night bar and nightclub in central Silkeborg, serving high-energy music, simple drinks and a youthful party vibe on weekend nights.
The Admiral Pub
1.8 km
Classic Danish bodega bar in central Silkeborg, serving inexpensive drinks and everyday atmosphere from quiet daytime pints to late‑night weekend sessions.
Bifrost Sports Pub
1.8 km
Silkeborg's premier sports bar for live action, cold drinks, and vibrant nightlife.
Zwei Grosse Bier Bar
1.8 km
Alpine-inspired après-ski party bar with karaoke, beer pong, and group celebrations in central Silkeborg.
Rabalder Bar
1.9 km
Cozy living‑room bar in Silkeborg serving affordable drinks, sing‑along hits and late‑night party vibes in a compact, homey setting.
The bar Silkeborg ApS
1.9 km
Intimate late-night bar on Nygade in central Silkeborg, mixing easygoing pub charm with nightclub energy from evening drinks to early-morning dancing.
Sportspubben Målet
1.9 km
A cozy, no-frills sports pub in central Silkeborg, where big screens, cold beer and local chatter turn every match day into a shared living room.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Quirky
- Unique
- Casual
- Fun-filled
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Vintage Styles
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Sustainable
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Adventure Photo Shoot
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
- Roadtrip Stop
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
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly