Germany is credited with starting the tradition of the Christmas tree, according to History.com, with 16th century records telling of Christians bringing trees into their homes for the holiday.

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 ...

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German tradition includes hiding a pickle in your Christmas tree and giving a gift to whoever finds it (stock image)Credit: Getty Putting up a Christmas tree has become a tradition around the ...

Its Christmas market, like those in cities across Germany, is a longtime holiday tradition that has caught on in other countries. “There is no place more peaceful and joyful than a Christmas ...

Despite the change in name, German Christmas traditions have endured. Emily Burack (she/her) is the Senior News Editor for Town & Country, where she covers entertainment, celebrities, the royals ...

An attack on a German Christmas market left five dead and dozens ... the holidays with one of Germany‘s best-known winter traditions. Here’s a rundown of the massacre. A man used his S.U.V ...

Stollen, the German fruit bread dusted ... it’s a slice of history wrapped in rich traditions and symbolism. Originating in the 14th century, this beloved Christmas staple has undergone ...