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Christmas in Aalborg

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Experience the Christmas fairy tale in Aalborg, a charming city that is easy to explore on foot. Let Aalborg's culture enchant you with authentic Christmas cheer for the whole family, where you can look forward to a festive array of wonderful Christmas events. Welcome to Christmas in Aalborg, where every street corner exudes Christmas magic!

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Jul i Aalborg Zoo
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Jul at Aalborg Zoo

Christmas for all generations in truly unique surroundings. Take a magical and romantic candlelit walk through the beautifully decorated garden and experience the animals at Aalborg Zoo in a new way in the dark.
Julemarked i Aalborg på Gammeltorv
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Christmas market at Gammeltorv

Look forward to the scent of Christmas, cozy stalls, old-fashioned fairgrounds, and Christmas spirit at the traditional Christmas market in central Aalborg.
En julepyntet spritfabrik
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Take a guided Christmas tour

Embark on a genuine Christmas journey through the streets of Aalborg, filled with apple slices, schnapps, chocolate, Christmas cocktails, beer walks, street art, Aalborg Monastery, and much more.
Christmas Market at Det Grønlandske Hus
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Christmas Market at Det Grønlandske Hus

Come and join the annual Christmas market at the Greenlandic House in Aalborg

Creative Christmas at Utzon
Photo: Utzon center

Creative Christmas at Utzon

Christmas by the water: Discover the Utzon Center’s architecture, creative playground, and cozy breaks at Café JØRN. Perfect for winter days with family and friends. 

Christmas at the Old Town Hall
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Christmas at the Old Town Hall

Explore the Christmas spirit at the Old Town Hall on Gammeltorv in Aalborg. Admission is free, and you can wander the decorated rooms and take a break in the small café with gløgg, hot cocoa, cordial and warm æbleskiver at reasonable prices.

All Christmas events in Aalborg

Local tips for Christmas in Aalborg

Rikke Imer på Aalborg Julemarked
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Rikke Imer. Bageglad familiemor og Aalborgenser

Bageglade Rikke Imer tager dig med på hendes top 5 juletips i Aalborg. Ligefra Klejner, juletræsfældning og magiske julemarkeder. 

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Elisabeth Jasmin's Christmas guide to Aalborg

What is truly special about Aalborg during the Christmas season? Elisabeth Jasmin has shared her favorites when it comes to Christmas activities in Aalborg. It involves Christmas markets, café visits, ice skating, and strolls in the parks.

Take a Christmas break in Aalborg

Par på Budolfi plads til jul
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KOMPAS Hotel

Go on a big Christmas shopping trip to Aalborg, with shopping in Aalborg's pedestrian streets and food at Salling Rooftop and café AKTUEL.
Der er pyntet op til juleaften på Helnan Phønix Hotel
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Helnan Phønix Hotel

Experience the magic of Christmas at one of Aalborg's oldest hotels, centrally located in the city. Stay overnight on Christmas Eve and get into the Christmas spirit – or be part of a very special Christmas Eve at the hotel.
Milling Gestus Hotel
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Milling Hotel Gestus

Christmas party in Aalborg? Stay close to the party with a 20% discount – enjoy a warm duvet and a large breakfast buffet in the city center from November 15 to December 20.
Mortens Kro
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Mortens Kro Boutique Hotel

Enjoy a Christmas stay in luxurious surroundings. You can choose between the classic Christmas celebration stay in a suite with a gourmet menu and wine menu, or a Christmas Eve stay, where the holiday is celebrated at the inn with all the trimmings.
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