Weimar Christmas Market
Each year in December, a very special atmosphere is spreading throughout Thuringia – it’s Christmas time! Towns and villages are being decorated, Christmas markets open their doors and the wonderful smell of “Stollen” (Christmas cake) and “Glühwein” (mulled wine) is everywhere. Many of Germany’s favourite Christmas traditions have their origins in Thuringia. In 1816, Weimar hosted the first public Christmas tree, erected on the Market Square for children whose parents could not afford their own. Nearby Lauscha was the birthplace of glass Christmas tree decorations which were first produced here about 160 years ago. Last but not least, many popular Christmas carols were inspired in this part of the world. For a wonderful sense of the Christmas tradition, visitors should head for one of the many Christmas markets. The most famous one takes place in Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia. The setting on the magnificent Cathedral Square provides a unique atmosphere. A very special Christmas market is held in the courtyard of the impressive Wartburg Castle – UNESCO World Heritage – in Eisenach. On the first three weekends in December medieval times come back to life here and visitors can enjoy typical food, drinks, crafts, music and entertainment.
At my visit at the Weimar Christmas Market (December 8, 2007) I saw and discover the really german christmas celebration at streets. I had try the Glühwein, the Stollen, the sausages, the cold but cozy weather in a so beautiful small city…
For me, the 2007 Christmas was the wine, the handscrafts, a single candle….my new friends…
is that true that there is no alcohol in the hot Christmas wine?
mmmm…. noooooooooo..not true…
Dear Veni, I forgot to told you that after Germany during my stay at the United States I found a german place that sell glüwhein… the price…maybe three times more the cost in Gummersbach… but I don’t care about it… now that I am enjoying it…It exactly the same as the one we try on the akademie… and I look to the bottle to answer your question….and it has 9° of alcohol…Is that enough for you??