Ekelund, Linen Weavery in Horred

Welcome to Ekelund Linen Weavery - Sweden's oldest weavery since 1692. Here you will find a wide range of our current collections as well as a large factory sale of outgoing products.

Right next to the shop is our own exhibition and museum. Are you curious about how our textiles are made? You are warmly welcome to a free tour of our weavery, with times available further down on the page.

Hungry? Have a meal or a coffee in our café.

 

Opening hours for shop and café

Weekdays: 11-17
Saturday : 10-14
Sunday: 11-15

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS: 
Dec 23: 11 AM - 3 PM
Dec 27-28: 10 AM - 3 PM
All other times closed, reopening as usual on Jan 8, 2025

The café closes 30 minutes before the store.

Please note that there are no weaving tours on Fridays, weekends, or public holidays.

Find us!
Varbergsvägen 442, 519 30 Horred
Directions (Google)

 

- After visiting Ekelund Linneväveri, I have gained a deeper understanding and appreciation for the craftsmanship, passion, and tradition woven into each textile.

Anita, participant in Ekelund's weaving tour

Outlet section in the Ekelund store

Factory Sale

Here you will find discontinued patterns and collections, second-quality items, design samples, and much more at unbeatable prices. Our selection offers a unique opportunity to find high-quality textiles at reduced prices. Take the chance to explore a wide range of beautiful and exclusive textiles that reflect our rich craft tradition.

Weaving Tour

The weaving tour is a cherished experience. Here, you can follow the entire process from yarn to finished fabrics. You walk around the factory at your own pace, and we, who work in production, are your guides. Feel free to ask questions about the various aspects of the art of weaving in a modern weaving mill.

Opening hours: Mon - Thu 11 AM - 3 PM (closed for lunch 12 PM - 1 PM). More than 15 people - please send a pre-registration.

Café with Homemade Treats

In our café, you can indulge in a proper coffee break. Here you will find cookies, buns, simple meals, and other goodies, both homemade and from local bakeries. Enjoy a delightful pause in our cozy café corner. Perfect for a relaxing time with friends and family.

Bus Tours and Larger Groups

If you are a larger, curious group wanting to glimpse into the world of weaving, you are warmly welcome to us. At Ekelund, we offer lectures with inspiring details about our work here in the textile region. The lecture is followed by a weaving tour starting at our oldest Jacquard loom from the 1850s and then moving on to Swedish textile production today.

Before or after the tour, enjoy homemade treats in our café and, of course, take a tour in our large store. Here you will find both beloved classics and a large outlet section.

Lekhörna med litet hus och leksaker

Play Corner for the Little Ones

Imagination is the only limit to the possibilities in this small play corner, designed like a charming farm. Here, the little ones can explore, play, and create their own adventures in a safe and inspiring environment.

Perfect for keeping the children entertained while you enjoy everything else our store has to offer.

En vävstol i Ekelunds museum

Museum / Exhibition

When you visit us, don't forget to check out the museum and exhibition section of the Ekelund House. Here you can learn about the textile industry of the Sjuhäradsbygden and exciting stories.

In the museum, you will also discover the unique history of Ekelund as the world's oldest documented textile company. This is a must-visit for those who want to immerse themselves in Swedish textile history at its best.