Norway House Gingerbread Wonderland is back for its 10th year, bringing whimsy and family fun to the Twin Cities.

Each year, thousands of visitors tour the exhibit, which is inspired by the world’s largest gingerbread city exhibit in Bergen, Norway. To celebrate the 10th anniversary, the cultural center brought in gingerbread artist Caroline Eriksson, a sculptor based in Oslo who makes stunning gingerbread sculptures of pop-culture characters. Her gingerbread troll, which is several feet tall, was sculpted on site and is on display.

Gingerbread Wonderland entrants have constructed elaborate structures that range from a rotating version of the Seven Dwarves mine to a stunning re-creation of the James J. Hill Historic Wayzata Train Depot.

A panel of judges — including Jess Fleming (food editor for the Pioneer Press) and cookbook author Kim Ode — determined the “Best in Show” awards, which are depicted here. There were so many great entries that didn’t make this short list that it’s worth a trip to see the rest.

Visitors can also participate by voting for a “People’s Choice” award. Entry is ticketed and buying your tickets online in advance is recommended.Best Adult

“Gingerbread Cafe” by Katherine Goertz (#163)

Best of MN

“James J. Hill Historic Wayzata Train Depot” by Susan Droegemueller (#166)

Best International

“Cats of Paris” by Joan Moser and Karen Nejedley (#125)

Most Original Concept

“The Seven Dwarves Mine” by the Woodward Burdge Family (#156)

Child (10 and Under)

“NFL Snack Shack” by Bryce Denzer (#98)

Teen (11-15)

“Elf Dormitory” by Ellie Beek (#115)

Best Community Build

“Pretzel House” by Vivian Chow (#38)