Garveriet kafé og gjenbruksbutikk

Garveriet Café & Pub – A Tasteful Experience by Lake Snåsavatnet

Whether you're passing through, enjoying a holiday in Snåsa, or simply looking for a welcoming place to relax, Garveriet Café & Pub is well worth a visit. Located in the historic village of Viosen on the shores of Lake Snåsavatnet, Garveriet combines local hospitality, exciting flavours and a unique atmosphere in one of Snåsa’s most distinctive buildings.

Homemade Café Menu – Flavours of Snåsa, Served with Care

At Garveriet, you'll find homemade lunches, freshly baked treats and quality coffee inspired by Snåsa’s rich food traditions. Everything is prepared from scratch in our own kitchen using carefully selected ingredients and a strong commitment to quality.

Owner and hostess Hanna works closely with local producers to offer authentic ingredients and products from the surrounding area.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a sweet treat with your coffee, or simply a pleasant break during your day, you'll discover the distinctive flavours that make Garveriet special.

A Taste of Snåsa in Every Glass

Garveriet’s bar menu is inspired by the nature, history and people of Snåsa. Enjoy a carefully selected range of local beers, cider, gin and signature cocktails, each with its own story and local character.

Using ingredients sourced from regional producers, our drinks combine classic flavours with creative twists, offering an authentic taste journey in relaxed and welcoming surroundings.

Meeting and Event Facilities

Garveriet also offers facilities for meetings, courses, conferences and private events. It is a natural gathering place for both visitors and locals who want to experience the culture of Snåsa through food, drinks and good stories.

The History of Garveriet

Garveriet is located in the historic village of Viosen in Snåsa, beautifully situated beside Lake Snåsavatnet. Viosen was once the centre of local commerce, with shops, a bakery and a quay, when the lake served as the main transport route to and from the area.

Built in 1881 as a tannery, lime kiln and residence, the building is the oldest house in Viosen and one of the oldest surviving industrial buildings in Snåsa. Over the years it has housed a wide variety of businesses, including an ice store, fish reception, general store, café, watchmaker, photographer and several craft workshops.

After extensive restoration, Garveriet reopened in 2015 and continues its long tradition as a community gathering place. Today, it offers a café and pub focused on local flavours, as well as facilities for events, cultural activities and memorable experiences in historic surroundings.

Parking:

Green parking by the exit from RV 763 and by the village museum Vonheim. It is also possible to park by the sports facilities not far from Garveriet. It is a short trek to Garveriet. You can also park on the opposite side of teh bridge next to Garveriet.

What can be found nearby?:

– Snåsa Hotel (ca 1 km)
– Gjerstadhuset (museum) (ca 700 m)
– Saemien Sijte – South-sami museum and cultural centre (ca 700 m)
– Snåsa church (1 km)
– Vinje Rectory – Among the country's 3 most beuatiful rectoeies(1 km)
– 17.mai-stone – Norways oldest 17. May memorial (1 km) (17.th May = Norway's constitution day)
– Snåsa centre / train station (ca 800 m)
– Bergsåsen nature reserve (ca 1 km)
– Viosen stadion (ca 100 m)
– The village museum Vonheim (100 m)
– Marina og beach on the door steps of Garveriet

Welcome to Garveriet – where local history meets the flavours of Snåsa.