Christmas julbord in the Stockholm archipelago

Christmas julbord in the Stockholm archipelago

Tatty Good, Content Writer SE & Translator UK, Thatsup Tatty Good, Content Writer SE & Translator UK, Thatsup
Tatty Good

Is there anything more beautiful than untouched snow glittering in the afternoon sun? Combine that image with the magical Stockholm archipelago in its winter plumage for a truly winning and atmospheric concept. Gather family, friends or perhaps your work colleagues for a traditional Swedish Christmas buffet, or "julbord", in the islands. Make a day of it, or even a weekend, and head out to one of the thousands of islands to enjoy a classic Christmas experience. The Stockholm archipelago is unique and you don't have to travel far from the city to feel the island vibes. To navigate your way among the islands, we've created this guide to Christmas buffets in the archipelago, with both classic to modern options to keep everyone happy.

  1. Christmas buffets in the Stockholm archipelago
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      Smådalarö Gård Christmas package with spa
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      S/S Blidösund All at sea
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      Artipelag Views over the waters of Baggensfjärden
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      Djurönäset Dinner and a show
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      Storholmen Sjökrog Next to Lidingö
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      Bullandö Krog Generous and archipelago-inspired
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      Fredriksborg Festive at the fortress
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      Fågelbro Säteri Festive atmosphere in countryside setting
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      Strömma Krog & Kanalbar Come in out of the cold
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      Vår Gård Traditional flavours
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      Brasserie Season Julbord by the water
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      Restaurang J Marine brasserie
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      Fjäderholmarnas Krog Innovative julbord at award-winning restaurant
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      Waxholms Hotell Full of Christmas spirit
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      Utö Värdshus Classic julbord in beautiful archipelago surroundings
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      Grinda Wärdshus Magical winter idyll
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      Strömma Glide through a wintery archipelago
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      Skepparholmen Nacka Strengthen relationships and create memories

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Christmas buffets in the Stockholm archipelago

Where to enjoy julbord in the archipelago

Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Smådalarö Gård Hotell & Spa

Smådalarö Gård

Christmas package with spa

At Smådalarö Gård, you can book a Christmas package in beautiful archipelago surroundings with a crackling fire and traditional Christmas decorations. The Christmas package includes a luxurious three-course Christmas dinner with overnight accommodation, breakfast buffet, winter bathing, electric sauna, and entry to their award-winning spa.

  • Price: 4635-6435 SEK for two people
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Julbord in the archipelago
Blidösunds­bolaget

S/S Blidösund

All at sea

Enjoy a traditional Swedish Christmas buffet set against the backdrop of the beautiful Stockholm archipelago aboard Blidösundsbolaget's steamships. A multitude of delicacies are served in seven courses. The boat departs from Skeppsbron below the royal palace.

  • Price: 895-1095 SEK
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag
Artipelag – Julbord in the archipelago
Artipelag

Artipelag

Views over the waters of Baggensfjärden

This modern art hall near Gustavsberg lays out a traditional Christmas buffet with homemade dishes and exciting delicacies from local producers. The food is complemented by drinks such as locally produced beer and apple cider, schnapps, selected wines, and several non-alcoholic options. The Christmas buffet is served in Artipelag's restaurant with a beautiful view of the waters of Baggensfjärden.

  • Price: 895 -995 SEK
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset
Djurönäset – Julbord in the archipelago
Djurönäset

Djurönäset

Dinner and a show

Djurönäset lays out a homemade Christmas buffet with both traditional and modern flavours in the cosy dining room by the waters of Kanholmsfjärden. You can also book a Christmas buffet with a sparkling Christmas show or treat yourself to a full Christmas weekend with a Christmas buffet, overnight stay and spa for the whole family.

  • Price: Julbord 695 SEK, Christmas show 1095 SEK, Christmas weekend 23-25 Dec 8190 SEK for 2 people
Storholmen Sjökrog – Julbord in the archipelago
Storholmen Sjökrog
Storholmen Sjökrog – Julbord in the archipelago
Storholmen Sjökrog
Storholmen Sjökrog – Julbord in the archipelago
Storholmen Sjökrog
Storholmen Sjökrog – Julbord in the archipelago
Storholmen Sjökrog
Storholmen Sjökrog – Julbord in the archipelago
Storholmen Sjökrog
Storholmen Sjökrog – Julbord in the archipelago
Storholmen Sjökrog

Storholmen Sjökrog

Next to Lidingö

You don't need to travel further than the island of Storholmen outside Lidingö to experience some archipelago vibes. At Storholmen Sjökrog, they serve both a festive à la carte menu and a Christmas package featuring all the classic Christmas julbord dishes. The Christmas spirit is maximised both inside and outside with Christmas trees, decorations, and cosy fires. The island is accessible all day by commuter ferry.

  • Price: 525 SEK

Bullandö Krog

Generous and archipelago-inspired

Right on the waterfront and with beautiful views, Bullandö has an authentic island vibe while being easy accessible from land. Invite your friends and family and enjoy an archipelago-inspired julbord with classic elements. Take a seat and warm up by the open fire, sing some snaps songs and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the archipelago in winter.  

  • Price: 795 SEK

Fredriksborg

Festive at the fortress

Fredriksborg is a personal hotel next to renovated historic fortress on Värmdö. As well as spectacular sea views and charmingly decorated rooms, the hotel kitchen proudly serves food made from mainly locally-produced ingredients. They serve a traditional julbord and if you want to extend your stay and enjoy the Christmas spirit a little longer you can book a package that includes julbord, overnight accommodation and breakfast.

  • Price: Julbord 695-895 SEK
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa – Julbord in the archipelago
Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa

Fågelbro Säteri

Festive atmosphere in countryside setting

Fågelbro Säteri welcomes guests to a country Christmas. Start your evening off with a little glögg mulled wine in front of the fire, and then tuck into the Christmas buffet where you'll find all the classic favourites with an Italian twist, many of them made from local ingredients. The Christmas package includes access to the pool and relaxation area and a breakfast buffet.

  • Price: 3530-3790 SEK for 2 people
  • Fågelbrovägen 20, The Archipelago/Värmdö
  • Website
    Fågelbro Säteri Hotell & Spa
    08-571 419 00
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Strömma Krog & Kanalbar

Come in out of the cold

Get into the festive spirit at Strömma Krog and enjoy a traditional Christmas buffet in a lovely archipelago setting. Feel at home as you browse among pots and dishes featuring a variety of delights including pickled herring, meatballs, sausages, salmon, and sweet little desserts. Everything is presented in a festive way in the restaurant.

  • Price: 695-795 SEK
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Julbord in the archipelago
Vår Gård

Vår Gård

Traditional flavours

Award-winning Vår Gård in Saltsjöbaden lays out a generous julbord with pickled herring, charcuterie, Janssons Temptation, salads and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options if you prefer a greener Christmas. The grand finale is sweet treats, desserts, cheeses and digestifs served in charming Villa Skärtofta after the main event in the restaurant. Get into the Christmas spirit in the beautiful natural surroundings of the inner archipelago. 

  • Price: 695-1195 SEK
Brasserie Season – Julbord in the archipelago
Brasserie Season
Brasserie Season – Julbord in the archipelago
Brasserie Season
Brasserie Season – Julbord in the archipelago
Brasserie Season
Brasserie Season – Julbord in the archipelago
Brasserie Season
Brasserie Season – Julbord in the archipelago
Brasserie Season
Brasserie Season – Julbord in the archipelago
Brasserie Season

Brasserie Season

Julbord by the water

In the run up to Christmas, Brasserie Season serves a three-course festive dinner at the table, beginning with warming mulled wine. There will be classic flavours, drinking songs, and a festive atmosphere by the water in Jungfrusund.

  • Price: 695 SEK
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J
Restaurang J – Julbord in the archipelago
Restaurang J

Restaurang J

Marine brasserie

At Restaurang J, part of Hotel J in Nacka Strand, Christmas is framed by stunning natural surroundings. The maritime brasserie lays out a traditional Christmas buffet in the cosy dining room by the water. Feel the warmth from the crackling fire and soak up the authentically festive atmosphere.

  • Price: 1095 SEK

Fjäderholmarnas Krog

Innovative julbord at award-winning restaurant

Enjoy the delicious flavours of a Swedish Christmas as the sun goes down over the water. Award-winning Fjäderholmarna creates a buffet that combines Swedish flavours with a modern twist, including organic charcuterie, salmon dishes, pickled herring and Christmas porridge. Round off your meal in front of the open fire before the ferry comes to transport you back to the city.

  • Price: From 1095-1495 SEK

Waxholms Hotell

Full of Christmas spirit

This historic hotel oozes Christmas spirit with its spectacular views over the water from the dining room. All the Swedish festive favourites are laid out in time for the holidays. The julbord is served from the end of November right up to and including Christmas Eve and it can be combined with a night away in the archipelago.

  • Price: 1195 SEK 

Utö Värdshus

Classic julbord in beautiful archipelago surroundings

Right out by the edge of the open sea, Utö Värdshus lays out a buffet full of traditional Swedish Christmas delicacies such as ham and meatballs, as well as some more unusual specialties such as the island's own-spiced snaps. Enjoy the julbord and then sleep soundly in the hotel before rounding off your stay with a fantastic breakfast buffet.

  • Price: From 895 SEK

Grinda Wärdshus

Magical winter idyll

Grinda Wärdshus invites guests to enjoy a classic fondue, with lots of delicious accompaniments. Inspiration comes from Swiss cuisine and their Christmas buffet is full of flavours from the Alps. Enjoy the peace and quiet and the beautiful archipelago surroundings, along with warmth from the open fire, delicous festive food and atmospheric music. If you want to stay on and continue enjoying the island setting, just book a room at the inn.

  • Price: Julbord 695 SEK

Strömma

Glide through a wintery archipelago

Enjoy festive food and a unique view of Stockholm's waters on board Strömma's classic archipelago boats. They serve traditional Christmas dishes prepared with the environment in mind, served - depending on which cruise you've booked - either as a buffet or to your table. The cruise takes three hours. 

  • Price: From 965 SEK

Skepparholmen Nacka

Strengthen relationships and create memories

Skepparholmen Nacka invites you to a classic Christmas buffet in beautiful natural surroundings for 50 people and above, a great option for companies and other large groups. The Christmas buffet consists of classic favourites such as pickled herring, meatballs, and Christmas ham, as well as elements from the Gamla Riksarkivet's julbord. The aim is to provide an experience that strengthens relationships and creates memories.

  • Price:  From 895 SEK per person excluding VAT

Julbord in the archipelago – About the guide

Julbord in the Stockholm archipelago - The guide the best Christmas buffets to be found in the Stockholm archipelago is updated regularly. Please let us know if you know of any really good julbord in the archipelago that we've missed and ought to include, or if you spot any errors in the guide. Have yo visited any of the restaurants mentioned in the guide? Don't forget to write a review on Thatsup.

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