Christmas Day is this year on December 25, 2024
Erster Weihnachtstag, also known as Christmas Day, is a public holiday in Germany that is celebrated on the 25th of December each year. It is a significant day in the Christian calendar and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ.
Christmas Day is a time for families to come together and celebrate the holiday. It is often marked by attending church services, exchanging gifts, and enjoying a festive meal with loved ones. Many people also decorate their homes with Christmas lights, ornaments, and a Christmas tree.
In Germany, Christmas is a time of tradition and customs. One popular tradition is the Advent calendar, where each day leading up to Christmas, a door is opened to reveal a small gift or treat. Another cherished tradition is the Christmas market, where stalls are set up to sell handmade crafts, delicious food, and warm beverages.
On Christmas Day, families gather around the Christmas tree to exchange presents and spend quality time together. Traditional Christmas foods in Germany include roasted goose or duck, potato dumplings, red cabbage, and Stollen, a type of fruitcake.