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Spend a holiday where Father Christmas lives

Did you know that the Danish Father Christmas is called Julemand and that in Sweden, three goblins dressed in red – Tomtebisse, Tomte and Nisse – bring the presents?

For the Finns, Joulupukki is the real Father Christmas. He lives on a mountain in Lapland, whose secret entrance, of course, no one has found yet. Joulupukki is assisted by lots of little tonttus (Christmas elves) who help him get the presents.

If you are not one of those Christmas grinches who prefer spending the winter in warmer climes but would rather relax in Scandinavia over the festive season, we have a few tips for you.

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Bergaliv Högloftet

In the Loft House of the Bergaliv Landscape Hotel, Scandinavian design meets Japanese minimalism.

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Agger Farmhouse

In front of the house awaits a small private lake, behind it the largest wilderness of Denmark and only 300 metres away is the ocean of the Danish North Sea coast: this listed farmhouse resembles all facets of a picturesque holiday.

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Mökki Santara

This holiday home can be found in a secluded spot in the unspoiled countryside of the Finnish region of Karelia: in the middle of a forest and directly by lake Santara. The property consists of a residential house and sauna connected by a terrace.

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Black Aurora Nook

Between the expanse of Austnesfjord and the imposing Higravstinden, the highest mountain in Lofoten, Black Aurora Nook defies the harsh landscape. A remote place where nature takes the leading role. Also in terms of architecture.

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Fordypningsrommet Fleinvær

In the far north of Norway – on a small island in the Fleinvær Archipelago within the Arctic Circle – the composer and musician Håvard Lund has created a retreat for artists and vacationers.

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onedown

The house onedown is not only located amidst the pristine dune landscape of Northern Jutland, it is part of it. A holiday home for eight people, integrated into the hilly terrain and its vegetation. Only the two large windows look out over the North Sea and reveal that this is a truly special retreat.

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Vindlyveien

Situated in the Norwegian city of Larvik, Vindlyveien was designed by the architect Ulrik Hellum (1931-2016), known for his simple huts that are perfectly at one with nature.

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Norwegian Wood Cabin

More wood, light and less energy: the Norwegian Wood Cabin T2027 in Norway’s largest ski resort brings all facets of the classic log cabin to perfection. From clever architecture to sustainability. The result is a purist holiday home with an open and warm feel.

By the way, you will find the 8th door of this year’s Advent calendar at this HOLIDAYARCHITECTURE house:

Holidayarchitecture door for 8 December

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Bauernhof Vogtland

Cultural monument in a secluded setting: Surrounded by fields, dense forest and a murmuring stream, the Bauernhof Vogtland is one of the rare half-timbered farmhouses of the region. A historical experience of simple beauty!

So, this is Christmas… again! Throughout Advent, the Urlaubsarchitektur team will be presenting daily gift tips, stories and inspiration for architects, travel enthusiasts and for Christmas grinches, too!