Security has been tightened at German Christmas markets after recent deadly attacks. But the cosy family atmosphere of the markets has been tarnished by the shock of recent attacks.

Autumn’s big hitter is of course Oktoberfest in Munich, which despite the name opens on September 19 and runs for 16 days.

Discover the magic of German Christmas markets in Stuttgart, Rothenburg, and Munich. Learn about Glühwein, local crafts, and 500-year-old holiday traditions.

The Christmas market in Germany's eastern city of Magdeburg opened Thursday with a quiet chime from a nearby church bell, less than a year after a car ramming attack killed six and wounded hundreds.

Christmas markets -- long considered the lively heart of Advent in Germany -- are facing new uncertainty this year as towns grapple with tighter security rules and rising public anxiety. The ...

An impulsive decision in late November by my wife Cindy and I to explore German Christmas markets found us in Berlin visiting with an old friend.

Germany, renowned for its rich history and cultural traditions, transforms into a winter wonderland during the festive season. The country’s Christmas markets are renowned worldwide, each with its ...

APTOPIX Germany Christmas Market Lights illuminate the Christmas market at the Gendarmen Markt square in Berlin, Germany, Monday, Nov. 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Markus ...

One of the most well-known markets in Germany, Cologne’s Kölner Dom sits in the shadow of the imposing, Unesco-listed cathedral. The heart of Cologne’s most picturesque market is a giant Christmas ...

The Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, reopened nearly one year after six people — including a child — were killed in a car-ramming attack. While there were rumors that the festivities were ...