Shopping in Voss: Fashion, Local Food and Unique Shopping in Voss Town Centre
The centre of Voss is known as Vangen, and here you'll find everything from sports equipment and art to fashion, cosy cafés, restaurants, and a variety of speciality shops. Vangen has it all: short walking distances, a great selection of shops, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Just a few minutes’ walk from Vangen, you'll find Thon Shopping Centre Voss, the only shopping centre in the region, with around 30 stores.
For local food, you can shop directly from farmers, visit farm shops such as Smalahovetunet and Voss Gardsmat, or explore the selection offered by local businesses in the town centre.
Clothing, sports & outdoor gear:
Home, gifts and interior design
Health & wellbeing:
Local produce and groceries:
Cafés and restaurants
These places serve traditional food and food by local produce. See more at "Food and drinks in Voss".
FAQ about shopping in Voss
Voss town centre, known locally as Vangen, offers a great selection of shops for everyday needs, outdoor adventures, and holiday shopping. Here, you'll find sports equipment at stores such as Endeve, Skandinavisk Høyfjellsutstyr, and the Kari Traa Store, as well as fashion boutiques, art galleries, speciality shops, and the Norli bookstore. You'll also discover cosy cafés like MatAuk, where you can enjoy local food and produce.
If you're looking for an even wider range of shops under one roof, Thon Shopping Centre Voss is just a few minutes' walk from the town centre.
Yes! Thon Shopping Centre Voss is the only shopping centre in the region and is home to around 30 stores. It is within walking distance of both Voss Station and Vangen, making it easy to combine shopping in the town centre with a visit to the shopping centre on the same day.
Voss is an excellent place to shop for outdoor gear and sports equipment. Skandinavisk Høyfjellsutstyr is a specialist outdoor store with extensive expertise and a wide selection of equipment for hiking, climbing, and outdoor adventures.
The Kari Traa Store is a must-visit for anyone looking for Norwegian-designed sportswear. Kari Traa herself grew up in Voss and is a true legend of Norwegian sport.
At Endeve, you'll find a large selection of skis, fishing gear, hiking equipment, and everything you need for hobbies and sports such as football, tennis, darts, and more.
You can buy local food in several places around Voss. MatAuk, a café and country store in the town centre, sells products from local farmers and producers. Here, you'll find everything from meat from Een Farm to honey from Ulvik and the well-known products from Vossabia.
You’ll also find farm shops throughout the Voss region, including at Smalahovetunet and Voss Gardsmat, where you can buy directly from the farmer.
See our map of local food producers and farm shops.
Yes, there are several parking options in Voss town centre. You'll find two parking garages with long-term parking at either end of Vangen: Vossapark and Stasjonsgarasjen. There is also short-term parking available along Vangsgata, the town's main street.
Thon Shopping Centre Voss has its own parking facility, where you can park free of charge for up to two hours.
If you're arriving by train, Voss Station is centrally located and within easy walking distance of both Vangen and the shopping centre.
Beer, cider, and other beverages containing up to 4.7% alcohol can be purchased in grocery stores. Sales hours vary between municipalities, but in Voss these products can generally be purchased until 8pm on weekdays and 6pm on Saturdays. Alcohol sales are not permitted in shops on Sundays or public holidays.
Wine, spirits, and other beverages containing more than 4.7% alcohol can only be purchased from "Vinmonopolet" (Norway’s state-owned alcohol retailer). The nearest Vinmonopol is located in Voss town centre. Opening hours vary, but on Saturdays it closes at 4pm.
Address: Sverresplassen 6, 5700 Vossevangen.
The legal drinking age in Norway is:
18 years for beverages containing up to 22% alcohol
20 years for beverages containing more than 22% alcohol
Remember to bring valid identification. Many grocery stores and Vinmonopolet will ask for ID if you appear to be under 25 years of age.