Varde Bibliotek is the main public library of Varde Municipality, with roots going back to 1897. In 1982 it moved to its current building on Varde Torv, which is connected to the old town hall from 1872. The library offers lending, reading groups, lectures and cultural events, and in 1991 it became the first library in Jutland to open on Sundays. It also runs branches in Ølgod, Oksbøl, Nr. Nebel and Agerbæk, plus a mobile library bus.
Rådhusstræde 2, 6800 Varde
Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-14:00. Self-service every day 07:00-22:00
A family day at Varde Library where children explore the forest world through storytelling, creative activities, and a literary walk with crafts and drawing.
A family outing from Varde Library combining read-alouds from children's books with an autumn nature walk, ending with discoveries displayed in the library's seasonal museum.
Free drop-in café where volunteers from Danske Slægtsforskere help you get started with genealogy research using online archives and databases.
A creative workshop where you decorate your own reusable porcelain cup with markers while a librarian reads stories about coffee and tea.
A folk singing evening with pianist Jacob Tybjerg featuring songs from the Danish Højskolesangbogen. Part of the Spil Dansk programme with refreshments.
Community singing morning at Varde Library featuring Danish folk songs, with piano accompaniment and coffee.
Genealogist Erik Kann explores the history of foster children and foster parents in Denmark, from early regulations in 1888-1895 through the 1930s social reforms, with practical tips for tracing specific cases.
A creative workshop where participants shape poetry in self-hardening clay inspired by words and poems, with no fixed rules or experience required.
Author Leif Davidsen presents his thriller "Requiem for Rusland" and discusses Russia's transformation, the Ukraine war, and global politics.
Documentary about nature restoration at Kragelund Mose, followed by a discussion with nature managers on recreating natural processes in Danish nature.
A lecture exploring the history of the Atlantic Wall bunkers on Denmark's west coast and how Danes have grappled with these German defensive structures since 1945.
A festive family day at Varde Library with Christmas decorations, storytelling, films, singing, and craft activities for all ages.
A family-friendly Christmas sing-along at the library with guitar accompaniment and festive songs for all ages.
A lecture on the history of literary censorship from absolutism to social media, exploring Danish and international examples of banned books and their cultural impact.
A lecture exploring school archives and how to locate materials about students and school staff held across various archives.
Two presentations explore European multilingualism, AI translation challenges, and the rich regional variations of the Jutlandic dialect.
A forest performance for young children exploring how trees communicate through fungal networks, featuring a living tree, a squirrel, and a storyteller.
Morning debate on EU's response to global power struggles, featuring seven MEPs, ambassadors, and Danish government officials discussing von der Leyen's priorities.
Author Jesper Bugge Kold presents his trilogy about Danish emigrants to America, inspired by family letters from his relative who emigrated in 1879.
Software engineer Asger Græsholt explores how generative AI is transforming the art world, covering both the technology and its ethical implications for creative professionals.
A practical guide to navigating the National Archives' DAISY system for genealogy researchers, covering archive visits and digital research tools.
An informal piano gathering at Varde Library where musicians and listeners meet. All skill levels welcome - play yourself or enjoy the music with a cup of coffee.