Garnshoppen Viborg
A cosy central Viborg knit shop where colourful yarns, expert advice and inspiring patterns come together for creative makers of all levels.
Garnshoppen Viborg is a cosy knit shop on Vestergade in central Viborg, filled with shelves of colourful yarn, patterns and accessories. Run by a small, knowledgeable team, the store caters to everyone from first-time knitters to experienced makers, with quality fibres, tools and inspiration for new projects. The intimate space, personal advice and tactile displays make it a welcoming creative stop while exploring Viborg’s historic streets.
A brief summary to Garnshoppen
- Vestergade 5, Viborg, 8800, DK
- +4586625166
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Budget
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 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-6 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-1 pm
Local tips
- Bring your pattern or project measurements; staff can help you match yarn weight, fibre and quantity to what you need.
- Plan your visit on a weekday afternoon or early Saturday to enjoy more time for browsing and in-depth advice.
- Use your phone to photograph colour combinations in natural light near the front windows before committing to a larger purchase.
- If you are sensitive to wool, ask specifically for cotton or blended yarns and check fibre content on the labels carefully.
- Combine your visit with a coffee break nearby; Garnshoppen is in central Viborg, making it an easy stop on a relaxed city stroll.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Garnshoppen 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 Garnshoppen
A colourful yarn haven in the heart of Viborg
Garnshoppen Viborg sits on Vestergade, one of the historic streets in Viborg’s compact centre, and feels like stepping into a soft, colourful world. From the doorway you see walls lined with skeins and balls of yarn in carefully arranged colour gradients, from muted Nordic neutrals to bright jewel tones. The shop floor is intimate rather than vast, which gives it the charm of a neighbourhood craft store where you can take your time and browse at your own pace. The focus here is firmly on knitting and crochet. You will find shelves of yarn in different fibres and weights, from fine lace threads to chunky wool, together with needles, hooks and a wide selection of printed patterns. The atmosphere is practical and welcoming rather than precious, making it easy to wander between displays, pick up textures, and imagine your next project.Local expertise and personal guidance
Behind the counter and moving between the aisles, a small team of staff are on hand to answer questions about fibres, gauges and pattern choices. They are used to helping with everything from choosing beginner-friendly yarn for a first scarf to matching specific yarn types to more advanced garment designs. Conversations often revolve around practical details: how a yarn wears over time, what works best for baby clothes, or how to substitute one fibre for another. This emphasis on guidance means the shop can be as useful for problem-solving as for shopping. Visitors often arrive with a half-finished project or a pattern in mind and leave with just the right needles or extra yarn to complete it. The environment invites questions, and the shelves are arranged so that it is easy to compare colours and textures side by side.Yarn, tools and patterns under one roof
The product range covers the essentials for knitters and crocheters. On one side you might find wool and wool blends suited to Nordic winters, while another display holds cottons and lighter fibres for summer tops and household projects. There are usually multiple colourways in each base, encouraging mixing and matching stripes, contrasts and subtle tonal shifts. Alongside the yarn, stands and baskets hold knitting needles in various materials and lengths, crochet hooks, stitch markers, measuring tools and other notions. Pattern booklets and single-leaf patterns are arranged so that you can flip through and discover designs ranging from classic Icelandic-style sweaters to modern minimalist pieces. This combination of materials and inspiration in one place makes it easy to plan a complete project during a single visit.A cosy stop on a Viborg city stroll
Because Garnshoppen is located in central Viborg, it fits naturally into a leisurely walk through the town. The shop is compact, and a typical visit might involve twenty minutes of browsing or extend to over an hour if you are planning several projects. Large windows bring in daylight from the street, helping colours show true, and there is usually gentle background conversation rather than loud music, preserving a calm, concentrated mood. The surroundings contribute to the experience: stepping back out with a bag of yarn, you emerge directly into the historic centre, where cafes and other small shops sit within easy walking distance. For many visitors, Garnshoppen becomes both a practical stop for supplies and a small creative ritual when spending time in Viborg.Practical details for planning your visit
Garnshoppen keeps straightforward opening hours that align with typical Danish shopping times. On weekdays from Monday to Thursday, the shop opens mid-morning and continues into the late afternoon, while Fridays extend slightly longer into the early evening to accommodate after-work visits. Saturdays offer a shorter window in the morning and around midday, and the shop is normally closed on Sundays and public holidays. The yarn and accessories are moderately priced, reflecting quality craft materials rather than luxury fashion goods, and there is no entrance fee to browse. Mobile reception in this central area of Viborg is generally strong, making it easy to reference digital patterns or colour notes as you choose yarn. With its central location, compact layout and focus on personal service, Garnshoppen works well for both a quick, targeted purchase and a more leisurely creative browse.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
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Location Audience
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- Vegan Friendly
- Business Friendly