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This spiced Christmas cookie is a popular German treat during Weihnachten.
Was ist Lebkuchen (gingerbread)?
St. Nikolaus is celebrated on this day in December in Germany.
What is December 6th?
This green plant, often decorated with ornaments and lights, is the centerpiece of Christmas celebrations in Germany.
Was ist der Weihnachtsbaum?
This city’s Christmas market, the "Christkindlesmarkt," is one of the most famous in Germany.
Was ist Nuremberg?
This decorated object is often placed in German homes for Christmas.
This fruit-filled bread with powdered sugar is a traditional German Christmas pastry.
Was ist Stollen?
On the night before St. Nikolaustag, kids leave this item out to be filled with treats.
Was sind Schuhe/Stiefel? (shoes/boots)
Germans often hang shiny ornaments in their Christmas trees. These are called "Kugeln" in German. What are they made of?
Was ist Glas?
Visitors to Christmas markets can often buy these heart-shaped cookies with colorful icing.
Was sind gingerbread hearts/ Lebkuchenherzen?
German families light candles on this item every Sunday in December leading up to Christmas.
Was ist ein Adventskranz?
Germans often drink this warm, spiced wine at Christmas markets.
Was ist Glühwein?
The German name for St. Nikolaus’s helper, sometimes depicted as a scary figure.
Was ist Krampus?
Germans light this festive decoration, often made of four candles and greenery, during Advent.
Was ist ein Adventskranz?
This sausage is a popular street food at German Christmas markets.
Was ist Bratwurst/Currywurst?
On Christmas Eve, Germans often sing this traditional carol, known as "Stille Nacht".
Was ist Silent Night?
These roasted nuts are a common snack at German Christmas markets.
Was sind roasted almonds?
St. Nikolaus is based on a real historical figure who was the bishop in this region (now country).
Was ist "Myra" (in Turkey)?
These figures are known as "Nussknacker."
Was sind "nut crackers"?
Das Christlkind often opens Christmas markets in this traditional costume.
Was ist ein angel costume?
The German name of the Christmas Eve celebration.
Was ist Weihnachtsabend/Heiligabend?
This potato-based dish is often served with goose or duck during Christmas dinner in Germany.
Was sind Kartoffelklöße? (potato dumplings)
The character St. Nikolaus is often confused with.
Was ist "der Weihnachtsmann" "Santa Claus"?
Children often get to open a door in this decoration each day in December until Christmas Day.
Was ist ein Adventskalender?
The country with the largest Christmas market in the world.
Was ist Österreich?
Germans exchange gifts on this day, rather than Christmas Day.
Was ist Heiligabend/Christmas Eve?