After visiting close to 20 of the best Christmas markets in Europe, I’m often asked about the best Christmas markets in Germany for kids. There are endless choices, and each one offers something ...

Adventskranz In Germany, people use an Adventskranz, or advent wreath, with four candles on it to celebrate the four advents or the four Sundays before Christmas.

While we’re busy wishing one and all “happy holidays,” how’s about we stop to say, “Thank you, Germany,” for advent calendars, the Christmas tree, gingerbread cookies, candy canes ...

Krampus, a figure rooted in Christmas traditions from Germany and Eastern Europe, is known for its role in scaring children into good behavior, ensuring Santa will bring them gifts on Christmas.

In Germany, people use an Adventskranz, or advent wreath, with four candles on it to celebrate the four advents or the four Sundays before Christmas. On each of the four Sundays preceding ...