Christmas traditions in Germany. By Natalie Simmel November 30, 2022. 2022 Tower Barracks Tree Lighting . GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – Christmas is right around the corner.

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – Christmas is right around the corner. While there are many similarities between Christmas celebrations in the United States and Germany, there are some differences and ...

A Long History of Tradition. German Christmas markets date back to the 14th century, long before Germany was a unified country. Markets like Dresden’s Striezelmarkt began as practical gatherings ...

Christmas is a magical time of year for families around the world that celebrate this holiday season. In the United States, children and adults of all ages practice many Christmas traditions.

They were first introduced in Germany in the 17th century, but it wasn't until the 19th century that demand grew for these Christmas decorations and they began to be mass produced in a variety of ...

The decorating of a Christmas tree is a long held tradition around the world that began in Germany. In the 1600s, trees were decorated with apples in honor of "Adam and Eve Day" on Dec. 24.

Some American families hide a pickle ornament on their Christmas tree for someone to find Dec. 25, and many believe the tradition started in Germany—though its origins are murky.

In Germany, putting up a Christmas tree and giving gifts are both customary. In addition, adventskranz, or Advent wreaths, are common in Germany, according to the U.S. Army website.