My favorite second hand stores in Copenhagen

If you’re looking for thrift shopping in Copenhagen you’ve come to the right place. I’m a sustainability blogger focusing on sustainable fashion and lifestyle and I’m always on the look for the best second hand, vintage and thrift stores. I’ve collected my favorite stores in this list for you. Most of them are located in Nørrebro, since this is where I live and the area I discovered the most, so this might get updated as the lockdown lifts, the weather is better and I can explore more.

Tip! Before you go shopping I suggest you go to an ATM, not all of them take credit cards.

Nørrebro

Røde Kors Megastore, Fælledvej 4
Just by Nørrebrogade you find a big Red Cross store selling everything from clothes to furniture. The store has three floors, and if you’re looking for clothes the top floor is where you should go. The prices are, as they should be, lower. There is a little section with designer clothes, however most of the clothes are from the fast fashion brands, sorted by gender, color and style. The store is usually clean and well organized and there are a couple of fitting rooms if you want to try on.

Kirkens Genbrug, Blågårdsgade 39
This is a small store located close to Røde Kors Megastore, but on the opposite side of Nørrebrogade. Blågårdsgade is a cute street full of restaurants and cafes, so when the lockdown is gone I’m sure it will be full of life again. On Kirkens Genbrug the prices are low, there’s mainly women’s clothing but you can also find some men’s clothing, some baby clothing, and a few household items. Regarding the women’s section, you can find designer brands mixed in with the fast fashion/unknown brands. The prices are low and I’ve done some awesome finds here. (If you look across the street there’s another second hand-store called Perle I believe.)

Happy hand, Nørrebrogade 58
This little store doesn’t look like much from the outside and it can really differ from time to time, but it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re close by. I’ve seen everything from a beautiful vintage Husqvarna sewing machine to cute COS blouses for cheap.

Red Cross Fremtiden, Elmegade/Nørrebrogade
On the corner of Elmegade and Nørrebrogade you’ll find a tiny little Red Cross store called Fremtiden with selected pieces from hip brands (such as Ellesse, Samsøe Samsøe, Cheap Monday) as well as just cool vintage pieces. The prices are a bit higher than the Red Cross Megastore but still cheap, and they always have nice stuff, so if you’re looking for a clothing store for hipsters (jk… or am I?) this is your spot. Highly recommend it.

Loppe style, Mimersgade 105
There are a few second hand stores like this one here and there in Nørrebro and this is one of my faves. The prices are low and there’s really a bunch of random stuff, mixed with beautiful 60’s vintage dresses, Levi’s etc. It’s a mix, it’s quite random and sometimes you’ll find a real gem. It’s just a few meters away from the café Arrebo by Sorte Plads that I recommend you staying at for dried and smoked almonds and a glass of natural wine on tap.

Nordvest

Svalernes Loppemarked, Nattergalevej 6
If you happen to be in Copenhagen on a Saturday and want to pay a visit to a true flea market I suggest you pay a visit to Svalenernes Loppemarked. A bit tricky to find, but it’s cheap, the clothes section is kind of messy but the old fabrics, tablecloths, and such are neatly organized. Only open on Saturdays 10.00 – 15.00.

Indre by

Blå Kors Genbrug / Blue Cross Op Shop, Borgergade 27
At the Blue cross second hand store you’ll find a lot of women’s clothing nicely organized by color and style. I often find a lot of clothes from brands such as COS, & other stories as well as Zara, I rarely find more expensive brands but the prices are low and there’s a lot to look at. There’s also a men’s section which seems to primarily consist of shirts (which I like for upcycling) and a smaller room for household items – the latter section is often messy. Definitely worth a visit, and while you’re there, I highly recommend you visiting the vegetarian cafe Atelier September which is just a few minute’s walk from the store.

O.S.V. Second hand, Peder Hvitfeldts Stræde 4
O.S.V. Second hand was one of the first second hand stores I found in Copenhagen, by accident when strolling, and it’s amazing. This store only sells selected pieces and focuses on Scandinavian fashion brands as Ganni, Acne, etc, mixed with some nice vintage pieces and higher-end brands. The prices are also higher so this is not where you go to find a bargain, but rather where you go to be sure you’ll find a good archive. Both men's and women’s clothes, including bags, shoes, and accessories in good condition.

København K, Studiestræde 32 and Teglgårdstræde 2
I should mention København K. I’ve only been to the one on Teglgårdstræde 2 which felt like Beyond Retro if that’s familiar. Bulks of clothes in a hipster style, imagine a row of knitted vests, a row of Adidas trainers, etc. Prices are in between. The store doesn’t feel very personal, rather as if someone buys in bulks of clothes, but you can still get good finds.

Østerbro

Lidkøb, Strynøgade 7
If you want to have your mind blown you’ll have to visit Lidkøb. It’s big! It’s more of a warehouse, you grab your cart and off you go… into an ocean of well organized (mostly) rows of clothes. There’s a big section of women’s clothing, a smaller but still big section of men’s clothing, you have another big section of kid’s clothing and toys, and also a section of household stuff. The lighting is good, the fitting rooms are nice, and there’s a little café inside as well. They sell on commission and the seller have there own little rows, so if you find something you like there’s probably more stuff you like just beside.

Amager

Tapirus Second hand, Amagerbrogade 48
Similar to Lidkøb, Tapirus is a big second hand store (not warehouse-big tho) selling on commission. It’s located in Amager which is on the other side from Nørrebro and might feel a bit off if you’re hanging out in the northern parts of the city, but I really, really recommend you visiting Amager and Tapirus Second hand. It’s well selected, organized, tidy and I found so many cool things I wanted to bring home with me. The prices are in between, and it’s more of a selected store where you find stuff from Wood wood and Tiger of Sweden mixed with 80’s tweed blazers. Both men and women’s clothing. While you’re there I recommend you stroll around in Amager. It’s like a small city within Copenhagen.

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P.S. I might update this guide or do a separate one for second hand in Vesterbro after Corona.