This year, Gävlebokken moves from Slottstorget to Rådhusesplanaden. The reason is the construction of a new cultural center in Gävle. This is the first time the world-famous goat changes place in Gävle – but it has previously been on trips to, among other places, Stockholm.
The big straw goat is a recurring Christmas snack. It was first built in 1966 and has since burned down more times than it has been allowed to stand. It remains to be seen whether the new residence can bring luck against conflagrations.
The fate of the Gävlebock, year by year. JOHAN HALLNÄS/TT
In the player above: Watch the feature from 2022 that shows the goat’s fiery history – with ninjas and gingerbread men.