In an 18th-century building, Blankensteiner & Son resided until 1845, selling dolls, puppet theatres, and accessories to their loyal Copenhagen customers – among them the famous Danish author, playwright, and poet Hans Christian Andersen.
1845 is a long time ago, but the building’s rich history still leaves its mark on the atmosphere today at Købmagergade 7.
Across the street from Rimowa’s store in the Illum department store lies this small historical retail unit in a large, modern world. Købmagergade stretches from the Stork Fountain on Amagertorv to the transport hub at Nørreport Station and offers everything from strong Danish retailers to international high-end brands. The street has a relatively luxurious character, especially around Amagertorv, where Louis Vuitton and Prada occupy each corner of Købmagergade, and directly opposite Købmagergade 7 is the exclusive department store Illum – home to international luxury brands such as Celine, Balenciaga, Valentino, and Zegna.
