YES! You are seeing that right! This past weekend was the start of the Advent, which here in Germany means WIEHNACHTS MARKT (aka. Christmas Market) time! The time of year when you meet your friends in the town squares, you have cups of hot Glühwein, and maybe eat a Bratwurst or two, and for our region, you can not forget the Lebküchen (a ginger bread like treat)
You can't forget the Pyramides! Most houses have small ones that are candle powered, so that you can watch the heat turn the blades, and see the many characters turn throughout the night. However, most markets have life sized ones, that are just magical!!!
I mentioned the food before, right? I mean, look at these stands! Not only are they beautiful, but the scent of fresh Bratwürst, and other warm, meaty treats is amazing. Should be noted that this is NOT the place for Vegans or Vegetarians to hang out! This is meat country, baby!
Despite all the revelry, this is Germany after all. Shops still close early, nothing is open on a Saturday, and even the Markt, with all its festivities, STILL is shut down by 9pm on Friday night!
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