Exploring different markets lets you see how diverse Germany’s holiday traditions are, with each one offering something special. At their core, German Christmas markets are about connection.

Germany may be the origin of many Christmas traditions, but a good gift doesn't always have to be traditional. When German-resident Sara visits her family in Croatia on Christmas Eve, she always ...

In Germany and among German-Americans, a longstanding tradition is to hide a pickle-shaped ornament in the Christmas tree. Kids would search for the pickle the morning of Christmas. Whoever finds ...

Getty Putting up a Christmas tree has become a tradition around the world but it is believed to have originated in Germany as early as the 16th century. However in Germany it is also custom to ...

And this is because every year the royals exchange gifts a day earlier, on Christmas Eve, which is a festive tradition from parts of mainland Europe including Germany. Royal commentator Richard ...

While these familiar traditions fill the air with warmth ... It is not just fun, gifts, and cheer with Christmas in Germany and Austria. There is also this dark side to it, so let's introduce ...

From roller-skating to church or festive greetings from Donald Duck, Christmas in some cultures features more than just Santa Claus, tinsel and turkey. Attending Christmas church services is ...

Ken and Cathy Scott hosted a Christmas Around the World gathering with exchange students and their families at their farm ...

Among these was the widespread adoption of Christmas trees, a tradition originating in Germany, which gained global acceptance during the 19th century.

People in Germany are mourning the victims and their shaken sense of security after a man intentionally drove into a ...