True Christmas spirit—for all the senses

Magical Christmas atmosphere in the heart of Sandnes

The aromas of traditional Christmas dinner greets you at the door, festive holiday music drift through the air, the tree is beautifully decorated, candles glow softly—the Christmas spirit comes to life all around you.

Bring together colleagues, family, friends, or your club or organization for a warm and memorable pre-Christmas celebration at GamlaVærket.

Wishing you a joyous Christmas holiday

A magical Christmas party

Starting Friday, November 14, 2025, we welcome you every Friday and Saturday for a festive experience at our Christmas-adorned hotel—where warm hosts and unforgettable holiday moments await.

Christmas party - weekends

Here, you’ll enjoy an exquisite buffet featuring a carefully curated selection of Christmas cold delicacies and GamlaVærket’s own specialties. Savor classic holiday flavors like glazed turkey, Waldorf salad, crisp green salad with fresh vegetables, and traditional Christmas pickles with mustard, cucumber, and onion. The spread also includes a variety of herring, cured ham, fenalår with potato salad, smoked salmon and gravlax with scrambled eggs, a selection of cheeses, cranberries, remoulade, mustard, fresh bread, flatbread, and creamy butter.

Afterwards, a delicious hot buffet filled with traditional Christmas flavors, awaits you.

Our chefs take pride in crafting and presenting a local Christmas feast featuring smoked pinnekjøtt (lamb), creamy mashed rutabaga, crispy ribs, pork meatballs, traditional Norwegian sausage, and all the classic flavors that make Christmas special.

End your dining experience with homemade caramel pudding, rice pudding served with red sauce, multekrem (cloudberry cream), fresh fruit and nuts, and a variety of other sweet delights from our dessert buffet.

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Christmas party - Monday to Thursday

From November 14th

Traditional Christmas dishes—crispy ribs, pinnekjøtt, and all the sweet seasonal treats—are served on weekdays in our festive restaurant or private function rooms. Smaller groups can enjoy the chef’s carefully crafted 3-course Christmas menu, while larger groups have the option of a hearty Christmas buffet in the evenings.

Must be booked in advance.

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Christmas lunch

GamlaVærket is located right in the heart of Sandnes, just 2 minutes from the railway and bus station.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Christmas and enjoy a set lunch at GamlaVærket.

We set the tables, light the Christmas lights, and serve delicious traditional dishes.

Choose from a classic Christmas lunch with smoked pinnekjøtt and freshly roasted ribs, or order from our restaurant menu.

We have something for everyone. For smaller groups, we can offer the chef’s 2-course Christmas menu, and for larger groups we can also offer a Christmas lunch buffet on request.

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Conference with Christmas spirit

Create a unique setting for your next meeting or conference.

GamlaVærket offers everything from a simple day course to a full course weekend with accommodation in historic surroundings.

  • Fresh fruit served from the start and available throughout the day
  • Delicious Christmas lunch with a cozy atmosphere
  • Coffee, tea and ice water available all day
  • Freshly baked coffee treats served during one of the breaks
  • Meeting room with free wireless internet and modern AV equipment (projector, pen, paper and flipchart)
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Lutefisk at GamlaVærket

In keeping with tradition, we serve lutefisk prepared to perfection using top-quality ingredients from our trusted supplier, Brødrene Berg.

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Emanuels Plass

Take a break from Christmas shopping

At Emanuels Plass Café, you’ll be welcomed by the rich aroma of freshly ground coffee and a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy your favorite brew, comforting Christmas porridge, hot chocolate, homemade sandwiches, and delicious pastries in the soft sofa corner by the fireplace. Whether you’re settling in for a relaxed evening with friends or watching the festive glow of Langgata’s Christmas lights, the sounds and scents of the season fill our hotel with warmth and cheer.

Overnight stay

GamlaVærket offers a total of 55 cozy rooms.
Check in early to relax and get ready for the evening at your own pace. Enjoy great food in good company—and forget about booking a taxi home…

When the evening ends, there’s nothing better than crawling into a warm, comfortable bed and starting the next day with a delicious Christmas breakfast in a peaceful setting.

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