Guide · Christmas 2026
Christmas buffets in Strängnäs and Mariefred 2026 – dates and prices
A julbord is a traditional Swedish Christmas buffet. Around Strängnäs and Mariefred in 2026, options range from classic manor-style buffets at Gripsholms Värdshus opposite Gripsholm Castle to harbourside dining in Strängnäs and organic winter lunches at Hornuddens Trädgård on Aspö.
At a glance
| Venue | Location | First date | Adult price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gripsholms Värdshus | Mariefred | 27 November | From SEK 895 |
| Edsbacka Bistro Strängnäs & Elsas Bistro | Strängnäs (Västerviken & Storgatan) | 27 November | From SEK 695 |
| Hotell Laurentius – Bistro Jernet | Strängnäs (Gyllenhjelmsgatan) | 28 November | From SEK 645 |
| Hornuddens Trädgård – Organic Restaurant on Aspö | Aspö, Strängnäs | 28 November | Advent menu |
| Rökeriet in Mariefred / Kärnbo | Mariefred | Advent 2026 | Menu pricing |
Confirmed for 2026
Gripsholms Värdshus
- Name
- Gripsholms Värdshus
- Location
- Mariefred
- Date / first sitting
- 27 November – 20 December 2026
- Days and times
- Fri–Sun plus selected weekday evenings in December
- Adult / child price
- From SEK 895 adult (lunch sitting) to SEK 995 (evening sitting); child rates by age
- Booking
- 0159-347 50
- Source
- gripsholms-vardshus.se, checked 8 November 2026
Good to know: Classic Sörmland Christmas buffet in the historic inn dining room opposite Gripsholm Castle with local game, pickled herring, and dessert table.
Edsbacka Bistro Strängnäs & Elsas Bistro
- Name
- Edsbacka Bistro Strängnäs & Elsas Bistro
- Location
- Strängnäs (Västerviken & Storgatan)
- Date / first sitting
- 27 November – 20 December 2026
- Days and times
- Thu–Sat evening sittings; lunch buffets for pre-booked groups
- Adult / child price
- From SEK 695 adult
- Booking
- 0152-180 00
- Source
- elsasbistro.se, checked 8 November 2026
Good to know: Traditional Swedish Christmas buffet and festive menu in central Strängnäs by Västerviken and Storgatan.
Hotell Laurentius – Bistro Jernet
- Name
- Hotell Laurentius – Bistro Jernet
- Location
- Strängnäs (Gyllenhjelmsgatan)
- Date / first sitting
- 28 November – 19 December 2026
- Days and times
- Thu–Sat from 18:00 plus pre-booked Christmas lunches
- Adult / child price
- From SEK 645 adult
- Booking
- 0152-104 44
- Source
- laurentius.se, checked 8 November 2026
Good to know: Christmas platters and buffets below Cathedral Hill with optional overnight hotel packages.
Hornuddens Trädgård – Organic Restaurant on Aspö
- Name
- Hornuddens Trädgård – Organic Restaurant on Aspö
- Location
- Aspö, Strängnäs
- Date / first sitting
- 28 November – 13 December 2026
- Days and times
- Sat–Sun 12:00–16:00 (winter lunch, Advent buffet & Lucia lunch)
- Adult / child price
- See individual Advent weekend menus when booking
- Booking
- 0152-326 18
- Source
- hornudden.net, checked 8 November 2026
Good to know: Certified organic winter lunches, Advent buffets, and Lucia lunches by Lake Mälaren featuring estate-grown produce.
Rökeriet in Mariefred / Kärnbo
- Name
- Rökeriet in Mariefred / Kärnbo
- Location
- Mariefred
- Date / first sitting
- Advent 2026
- Days and times
- Pre-booked groups and Advent weekends
- Adult / child price
- According to menu for smoked fish and Christmas delicacies
- Booking
- Via imariefred.nu
- Source
- imariefred.nu, checked 8 November 2026
Good to know: Specialising in hot- and cold-smoked fish, seafood, and local festive delicacies in Mariefred.
What to ask when booking
- How many people are in your party and whether children are joining.
- What the price includes and whether mulled wine, coffee or drinks cost extra.
- Allergies and vegetarian or vegan options.
- Overnight stay packages in Mariefred or Strängnäs.