These mind-blowing gingerbread houses are sure to inspire you for Christmas...

05 Dec 2016, 13:50 GMT

If you're thinking about upping your gingerbread house game or simply want inspiration for how to decorate it, then you'll want to check out these jaw-dropping creations from around the world. For example, this beautiful edible castle was created in Finland - and it's put all of our efforts to shame!

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Photo: @lumitassut

We're in awe of this jaw-dropping gingerbread village complete with a Christmas tree and some festive penguins...

Photo: @lindylin1212

Get inspired by this Downton Abbey-esque manor and add intricate details to your gingerbread creation from icicles to Christmas trees for a showstopping finish.

Photo: @noellak2

We're loving the fake Christmas lights and miniature snowman that make this design extra festive!

Photo: @dallassmichelle

Harry Potter fans have been going wild for this Hogwarts-inspired creation complete with the wizarding school's famous moving staircases.

Photo: @righthook71

Anyone with a sweet tooth will find it difficult to resist this colourful gingerbread design in Boston's Harvard Square.

Photo: @byraelynn

Disney's Grand Floridian have floored guests with this life-size gingerbread version of their haunted mansion.

Photo: @heathcav80

Colourful sweets and impressive piping skills have made this gingerbread castle a festive show-stopper.

Photo: @thairider115

Take inspiration from The Westin St. Regis' enchanted castle and place on top of a cake for extra wow factor.

Photo: @mchungphoto

Explore Discover Portsmouth where they have gorgeous gingerbread houses on display - we're particularly impressed by this eye-catching house's impressive red-and-white iced roof.

Photo: @jessicabeebephotography