Inauguration of Sweden’s largest gingerbread house

Christmas begins in Gävle – and the scent of gingerbread and magic is already in the air!

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Welcome to the inauguration of Sweden’s largest gingerbread house 2025.

For the fourth year, the artist Erik Olof Wiklund from Alfta is behind the creation of the spectacular gingerbread house in the museum’s entrance hall. This year’s design remains secret until the inauguration, but you can already follow the making-of and get behind-the-scenes glimpses on @ErikOlofWiklund via Instagram and Facebook.

Be inspired, amazed, and filled with festive spirit as this year’s gingerbread house is revealed – a unique artistic interpretation crafted from sugar, dough, and imagination. Erik Olof Wiklund will of course be present throughout the day to talk about this year’s theme and creative process.

Inauguration: Sunday, 30 November 2025 at 14:00 (the museum will stay open until 18:00 on this day!)

Location: Entrance Hall

Exhibition period: 30 November 2025 – 11 January 2026 (during the museum’s regular opening hours)

Come and experience tradition, fragrance, and creativity all in one – a Christmas moment for the whole family!

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Allergy adjusted Physically disabled facilities Physically disabled facilities Child friendly Non smoking
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Free admission WC
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City

30 Nov 14:00

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30 November 2025
Inauguration of Sweden’s largest gingerbread house 30 November 2025 - 14:00
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