Christmas in the Old Town

Experience the unique Christmas market, 'Christmas in the Old Town' in Aarhus, where an atmospheric journey through more than 400 years of Christmas traditions forms the framework for a huge Christmas market in the City of Smiles.

The Old Town in Aarhus is the world's first open-air museum of the culture and history of the market towns and consists of 75 houses and buildings dating from the 1500s up to the 1970s. It was here that the popular DR Christmas calendar 'Jul i Gammelby' was filmed back in 1979, and with a mini break or a weekend stay in Aarhus, during Christmas, you have the perfect opportunity to experience the special Christmas atmosphere that is created here. The whole set is set up with authentic Christmas decorations as they have looked from the 1600s up to the mid 1970s. A very special Christmas atmosphere awaits, with plenty of stalls, historic shops and tasty Christmas treats in long lines.

In the Mint Master's Farm, elves are ready to serve you a nice portion of rice pudding and in front of the fireplace, people can gather together and listen to one of the elves tell about his long, exciting life. The children can hand in their wish lists and have fun in the "Christmas'umhej house", where there are both cosy caves and storytelling.

Visit the Merchant's Farm which has been transformed into the beautiful Christmas setting from the 1866 classic 'Peter's Christmas'. The book still has a special place in the hearts of many Danes, and if you have read it or heard the story, visiting the Merchant's Farm at Christmas time is an extra fun and exciting experience.

At Bendtsens Pakhus, you can enjoy an authentic Christmas experience, with everything from mulled wine and doughnuts to honey hearts and lemonade. The whole family can enjoy Christmas - and you can also bring your own food from home to enjoy in the Christmas room.

In other words, Christmas in the Old Town offers a unique Christmas environment that is different and exciting for both children and adults. Risskov offers a wide range of hotels in Aarhus and the surrounding area, so you can find the perfect stay for you. Whether it's a short weekend break, a cosy mini break or a longer Christmas holiday you're looking for, you're sure to find it here.

It is open for visitors every day between 10:00-15:00 from 16. of November until 2nd of January.