He is dressed in red and has a long, slightly curly white beard and rosy cheeks. The iconic image of the chubby and happy Santa Claus drawn by an artist with roots in Åland is used by the Coca-Cola drinks company since 1931.
Celebrate Christmas, “Lillajul” (“Little Christmas”) or New Year in Åland, or spend a few days in the archipelago and see all the glitter and sparkle of this glorious spot in the depth of winter.
Come and taste Christmas buffets with an archipelago twist! Choose between restaurants with a sea view or view over a medieval castle. Why not try a restaurant with a Green Key certification, listed in the White Guide Nordic or located on an island including a short boat trip?
Explore Christmas markets in Åland and experience the warm atmosphere and all the familiar Christmas scents and flavours.
Lillajul, or “Little Christmas”, is an old and popular tradition in Åland. It is always celebrated on the Saturday before the first Advent. Do as the locals and celebrate Lillajul in Åland by visiting the Christmas market “Lillajulmarknaden” at Jan Karlsgården open-air museum in Sund.
It is easy to travel to Åland with Viking Line. Our ships call at Åland several times per day from both Finland and Sweden and the fun starts on board. Viking Line will help you book the travel package.
Accommodation at hotel or cottage
In just two hours you will travel to Åland with Eckerö Linjen and only one click from here we give you many reasons to book the rest of your holiday with us.
You can call it a wide range of options. We call it complete travel packages!
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