Countdown to Christmas: Five advent calendars ideal for giving as gifts (or treating yourself)

December is just around the corner and the traditional countdown to Christmas Eve has ceased to be the exclusive province of chocolate. Every year, culture, technology and hobbies conquer advent calendars with planned proposals Collectors, Gamers and DIY Enthusiasts.

Whether you’re looking to kick off the year by discovering everyday surprises or looking for the perfect gift before you start your Christmas shopping, we’ve rounded up The five best advent calendars the geekTechnical and DIY that you can get right now.

• Advent calendar LEGO Star Wars 2026 For 29.99 euros: with a minifigure wearing a Christmas sweater.
• Electronic advent calendar Escape Room Franzis 67154 For 24.07 euros: with 24 electronic puzzles.
• Advent calendar Vera 2026 For 62.90 euros: with a selection of tools for DIY lovers.
• Advent calendar Funko Pocket Pop! Disney For 50 euros: with a Disney minifigure in a Christmas outfit.
• Advent calendar Friends, coffee capsules For 22.99 euros: Nespresso is ideal for coffee lovers.

LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026

This advent calendar is a true best-seller year after year and usually sells out just before December. In PC Components It is now reduced to €29.99 and in addition to offering the daily entertainment of building a small piece in less than 15 minutes, each season’s exclusive minifigures have become sought after LEGO collector’s items over time.

It is ideal for fans of the Star Wars saga and LEGO enthusiasts aged six and over. There are 24 spaces that hold mini spaceships, accessories and hides Exclusive minifigures Like Grogu or the Mandalorians wearing themed Christmas sweaters.

Escape Room Electronic Advent Calendar Franzis 67154

For 24.07 euros, this calendar is ideal Technology enthusiast, programmingthe movement Do it yourself (DIY) and curious youngsters. Unlike traditional advent calendars, it features 24 electronic puzzles to unravel the mystery of the singing Christmas star.

Vera Advent Calendar 2026

Now reduced to 62.90 euros on Amazon, this advent calendar is perfect DIY loversMechanics or those looking to renew their toolbox with top-of-the-line components.

In this advent calendar, with its 24 boxes, you’ll find a selection of professional-level tools from its catalog in Christmas format. By opening the last window on Christmas Eve, you complete one Ratchet and screwdriver kit Compact, robust and ready to use all year round.

Funko Pocket Pop! Advent Calendar Disney

If you’re a fan of Disney and Funko, this is the perfect advent calendar for you (or to give as a gift to someone). It costs 50 euros and comes with 24 Disney character minifigures Like Stitch, Mickey, Pluto and more, with a compact size so they can fit on any shelf.

Friends advent calendar coffee capsules

If you have a Nespresso capsule coffee machine, this is the perfect calendar for you (it costs €22.99 on Amazon) and each box comes with an original Nespresso capsule. Christmas coffee is delicious.

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