Danish Windmill Gift Shop

Just the cutest little gift shop about 2 miles north of I 80. It's a worthwhile stop while you stretch your legs. The windmill is actually originally from Denmark. You can take a tour for a minor fee. The shop itself has Scandinavian books, trinkets, ornaments, and even a little food section that has a taste of Scandinavia. I always check out the sales rack in the hallway towards the back for clearance sales. Some of the designer Christmas ornaments are as much as 20% off from previous years if you are a fan.The folks that work there are very pleasant and the shop is very quaint.

This was a great stop in Iowa! A small little town, with lots of Danish culture. This Danish windmill was brought over from Denmark in the 70's lots of history, as long as a Viking house, tiny church and the BEST gift shop. I spent most of my time here shopping. They have everything! Royal Copenhagen to Carlsburg øle!!

My family came by here because it was recommended by a number of people and we kept seeing the signs along the highway on the way to Omaha from Des Moines. After you exit, you will travel about 6 miles off the highway and find this treasure. The drive there is beautiful as you wind your way through beautiful corn and soybean fields that are picturesque and scenes I have only seen in movies. There is a cute windmill, bust of Hans Christian Andersen, and tiny chapel outside of this place. The store has lots of fun Danish finds. Everything from dishes, Danish candies, and fun toys for the kids. Nothing here seemed overpriced. The woman working here was very sweet. They even have a small welcome center here. If you are looking for fun roadside attractions and a fun place to take pictures, exit off the highway and take the relaxing drive to this wonderful spot.

Family road trip vacation 2021....bringing the California variant of COVID-19 to a town near you...It was going to be a 7 hour drive from Omaha to Chicago. But, the Danish Windmill Gift Shop messed up our plans an hour into the drive. I saw the signs. I knew we had to stop. The Danish Windmill was much more than a gift shop. It was a real windmill and museum. In addition to the windmill, they also had a small chapel, and a VikingHjem (Blacksmith shop). They had plenty of gifts and souvenirs in their gift shop. The people working there were nice and friendly. They do require guests to wear a mask upon entry at the time of my visit in early June 2021. The mask requirement was easy for us Californians. I would've stayed there longer if I didn't have a long drive ahead of me. They aren't too far off I-80. The Windmill Gift Shop was a great place to stop, stretch your legs, and explore. They also have clean restrooms! It's worth a visit if in the area.

The Danish Windmill Museum Gift Store in Elkhorn, Iowa is a fun place to look around for gifts. We were on a Sunday drive and decided to go there to buy a package of kringle as we were only a few miles away. There's a lot to look at--Danish food and drink like stroopwafels, candy, and wine; pottery, table linens, candles, and games to name just a few items. The windmill outside is posted with historical information. You can also take a tour of the windmill itself. The place is small but packed with interesting stuff. Christmas time is an especially good to to visit.

What a cute shop and welcome center a few minutes off I80. If you're Danish or know anyone who is Danish, this store is out of this world! There are so many gifts wish Danish flags and symbols emblazoned on them. Clean bathrooms, too.Don't forget to sign the guest book!

This is the second time we ordered their amazing jam online. The Lingonberry Jam product is delicious, natural, and healthy. The service and delivery (to California) were excellent and fast. Warmly recommended.

This is a must see if you are passing through the area. The windmill is even more impressive in person and the shop is full of danish gifts.

We had to stop in Elk Horn after seeing the sigsn about a little Danish village in Iowa. I'm so glad we did. The detour is beautiful and post-card perfect ... little barns and farm house, rolling hills, corn fields ... and then you end up in a little town with a Danish windmill. The gift shop is attached. I was happy to find authentic pastries, candies, Christmas decorations, and other food and pantry items from Denmark. Unlike Solvang in CA, this is not Dutch passing for Danish, but it is a good representation of Danish food and products. If you have the time, go!

A true gem in Elk Horn! Well-maintained windmill supporting the local history. The gift shop has a huge variety of Danish crafts and the staff are incredibly helpful. It hosts a number of events throughout the year, including Tivoli Fest and Julefest.