Christmas julbord in the Stockholm archipelago

Smådalarö Gård serves a luxurious three-course Christmas dinner, with a choice of three different Christmas menus, which are then rounded off with a generous dessert and sweets table. All with a view of the winter idyll that is the archipelago at Christmas time. The Christmas package includes an overnight stay with a breakfast buffet, as well as a winter dip and sauna.

Enjoy a traditional julbord against a backdrop of Stockholm's stunning archipelago onboard Blidösundsbolaget's boats. They lay out masses of organic and locally-produced delicacies, including their signature dishes smoked salmon fins, air-dried pork tenderloin, cured venison and chipolatas flavoured with pine shoots and blackcurrant. Boats leave from and return to the Old Town.

Idöborg serves up a Christmas table with classics such as Jansson's Temptation, pickled herring and Christmas ham, as well as local elements from nearby producers such as Rindö Ostmakeri and Värmdö Musteri. Atmospheric music and the crackling wood stove create a festive atmosphere. Travel here for the day with Waxholmsbolaget, or book a luxurious overnight stay with breakfast and wood-fired sauna.

This light, modern art space near Gustavsberg lays out a traditional Christmas buffet with homemade dishes and exciting delicacies from local producers. The julbord is served in Artipelag restaurant, with beautiful views over Baggensfjärden inlet, and the meal kicks off with glögg (mulled wine) and pepparkakor (gingerbread biscuits).

Djurönäset combines a classic homemade julbord made from scratch with a humdinger of a Christmas musical show and overnight accommodation that includes access to the spa and a large breakfast buffet. This year entertainment is provided by the musical group Remember, taking us on a festive musical nostalgia trip. 

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.

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.

FågelbroHus 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, many of them made from local ingredients. If you want to go all-in, book overnight accommodation, which includes access to the spa and a breakfast buffet.

Get into the festive spirit at Strömma Krog and enjoy a classic julbord in atmospheric archipelago surroundings. Pick and choose from various kinds of pickled herring, meatballs, sausages, salmon and mini desserts. Sit at long communal tables or more separately in the glassed-in veranda.

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 a buffet table loaded with sweet treats, desserts and cheeses. Get into the Christmas spirit in the beautiful natural surroundings of the inner archipelago. 

Jungfrusund will be filling their Christmas buffet with traditional delicacies, modern surprises and vegan elements in the run up to Christmas. Served, naturally, with ice-cold snaps, Christmas ale and warming glögg mulled wine to sip as you look out over Lake Mälaren.

Enjoy the delicious flavours of a Swedish Christmas as the sun goes down over the water. Award-winning Fjäderholmarna works with professor of gastronomy, Gert Klötzke, to create a buffet that combines Swedish flavours with a modern twist, as well as a wide range of dishes for vegans. Round off your meal in front of the open fire with homemade confectionary before the ferry comes to transport you back to the city.

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 right up to and including Christmas Eve and it can be combined with a conference or a whole weekend away in the archipelago.

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.

If it's possible, the yachtie mecca of Sandhamn looks even more picturesque in its winter plumage. Take the ferry out for dinner, combine your julbord with a conference or treat yourself to a cosy weekend retreat with your nearest and dearest. Seglarhotellet serves up a traditional Christmas buffet with all the classic festive Swedish favourites.

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.

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.

At Husmor Lisa they serve a festive seven-course dinner. Dishes are made from local and own-grown ingredients using classic housewives' recipes that have been passed down through the generations. Handmade Christmas decorations set the tone in the dining room and Lisa shares entertaining stories during dinner.