Governor lends Villa Fredheim for Christmas, New Year

The Governor of Svalbard (Sysselmesteren) is lending Villa Fredheim to permanent Svalbard residents for two periods around Christmas and New Year, as it has done in earlier years. Applications close on Sunday 29 November.

The first period runs from Friday 18 December to 14:00 Svalbard time on Friday 25 December 2026. The second runs from 16:00 on Friday 25 December to Friday 1 January 2027.

Each period has a maximum of six guests. All guests must be permanent residents of Svalbard. The names of all participants must be given in the application.

One application may be sent per party, and each person may belong to one party. Applicants will be told once the draw has been made. Applications go through an online form (skjema.no).

Coverage: The Governor of Svalbard, Norwegian feed (Sysselmesteren)