Gilberts Konditori

Ekhagen’s pride with an abundance of delicious fika

  • Patisserie
  • Café
  • Pastries
  • Jönköping

From classic to modern pastries

Gilberts bakery, located in Ekhagen, serves a variety of pastries, cakes, and cookies. There’s something for everyone here - including Jönköping’s best semla (Swedish eclair).

Situated on Ekhagsringen, right at the entrance to Jönköping if you’re coming from Highway 40 from the east, Gilberts is a beloved café known for its wide selection of baked goods, including delightful sandwich cakes and freshly baked bread.

The café offers all the classic pastries you could hope for, along with exciting new flavours. How about trying a banana semla or a cinnamon bun biscuit? Speaking of biscuits, they offer as many as 12 different flavours.

In addition to a cozy indoor seating area, there are several tables and chairs outside during the summer.

Jönköping’s best semla

Ahead of Shrove Tuesday in 2024, the local newspaper Jönköpings-Posten held a competition to find Jönköping’s best semla, the Swedish eclair. Residents voted, and the winner was Gilberts. In previous years, the same newspaper conducted their own taste tests and also declared Gilberts’ semla the very best.

In addition to the classic semla - which is officially Jönköping’s finest - they offer several variations, such as licorice semla, banana semla, and semla biscuit.

Experience the city's pulse

Jönköping is one of Sweden’s oldest cities, beautifully located by the shores of three lakes. Discover magnificent nature, a long sandy beach right in the city, the fascinating history of the match industry, and the magical art of John Bauer! Stroll through charming alleys, visit museums and libraries, explore shops, dine at cosy restaurants, and stay at welcoming hotels. With a university that attracts students from all over the world, the city has a vibrant and international feel. Nature is always close—whether you’re into cycling, forest trails, or peaceful nature reserves.

Good to know

  • Accessibility: Gilberts Patisserie is located on the ground floor, ensuring good accessibility.
  • Parking: Parking is available adjacent to the café.

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