In many places, the beginning of winter marks the commencement of the gloomiest, darkest, and coldest season. In Germany, however, it's also the most magical, mostly thanks to the country's Christmas ...

During the Advent season, many German cities show themselves at their best. Festive Christmas markets adorn the streets and squares, offering tradition and coziness. There are some that particularly ...

Germany's traditional Christmas markets officially opened their doors on Monday, inviting visitors to enjoy festive treats such as mulled wine, grilled sausages, potato pancakes, and caramelised ...

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for common security standards to be applied to Christmas markets across the country, in light of deadly attacks in recent years. "We naturally support any ...

APTOPIX Germany Christmas Market Lights illuminate the Christmas market at the Gendarmen Markt square in Berlin, Germany, Monday, Nov. 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Markus ...

The Christmas market in Heidelberg, western Germany - Copyright AFP/File Daniel ROLAND The Christmas market in Heidelberg, western Germany - Copyright AFP/File Daniel ...

BERLIN — Traditional Christmas markets were opening across Germany on Monday, drawing revelers to their wooden stands with mulled wine, grilled sausages, potato pancakes or caramelized apples.

In Berlin, the famous market at the city's Gedächtniskirche church opened with service open to the public on Monday morning. Other openings included the Christmas markets at the Rotes Rathaus city ...