Weihnachten in Deut sch land
Weihnachten in Deutschland Many Christmas traditions, e.g. the lighted Christmas tree and Christmas carols, have a German origin. O Tannenbaum Stille Nacht
Sankt Nikolaus St. Nicholas Day is celebrated on 6th December. This is a favourite holiday of children, as it is a gift giving day. St. Nicholas is known as the Saint of Children.
Der 6. Dezember On 5th December in the evening children leave their shoes outside for St. Nicholas. When they wake on 6th December, their shoes are filled with toys and treats.
Der Adventskranz Many German people have an advent wreath with four candles on it on a table in their homes. One candle is lit every Sunday leading up to Christmas.
Der heilige Abend On Christmas Eve the tree is decorated. das Lametta der Stern die Baumkugel die Lichterkette Der Weihnachtsbaum
Die Geschenke Often the children are not allowed to see the Christmas tree until it has been decorated and the presents put underneath. The presents are said to be brought by either das Christkind or der Weihnachtsmann.
Das Weihnachtsessen Some special main dishes, such as carp fish, duck, goose, or potato salad with sausages, are traditionally eaten at Christmas. Karpfen Kartoffelsalat mit Würstchen Gans Ente
Das Weihnachtsessen There is Stollen, a fruit cake with marzipan inside and a light dusting of icing sugar on top. and Lebkuchen, which are spiced biscuits similar to gingerbread, sometimes covered with a glaze icing.
Stephanstag This is St. Stephen’s Day – Boxing Day. On this day it is customary to visit relatives and friends.
Silvester This is the German name for New Year’s Eve, named after Pope Sylvester I, who became a saint. New Year’s Eve is a great occasion for celebration and fireworks.
Fröhliche Weihnachten Weihnachtsgrüsse Fröhliche Weihnachten Merry Christmas
ein glückliches neues Jahr und ein glückliches neues Jahr and A Happy New Year