There are signs that Christmas is coming near

[Red Gold]

Couple neighbors have Christmas lights up.

Same here!

 

[angelsaroundme]

Same here!

I always enjoy seeing the decorations.

I keep thinking maybe I should put something out. My family isn't too into it though other than having a Christmas tree.

 

[mama2one]

I put up lights this year/candles in the windows

neighbor across street lost her husband this past year
like her to see colorful lights when looking outside

she put up candles in her windows, also

 

[Red Gold]

she put up candles in her windows, also

Good to see!

 

[Red Gold]

Christmas romance in Gengenbach in the Black Forest

In the Black Forest there is the Gengenbach Advent Calendar in Gengenbach Christmas Market every year Baden-Württemberg with its changing motifs. From November 27.11th - 23.12.2021 it's that time again. The smell of roasted almonds and Mulled wine fills the air in Gengenbach in the Black Forest. In front of the town hall, the Christmas tree decorated with candles shines in full beauty. The city's streets and squares are decorated with pine branches, winding garlands, and glittering lights. Candles light up the windows of the neat half-timbered houses around the town's market square and it's clear. Christmas is not far away.

More - with pictures: https://www.travelworldonline.de/en/gengenbach-christmas-market/

 

[Red Gold]

Christmas Traditions: Advent in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

Christmas Traditions: Advent in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

The Advent tradition is a religious celebration in preparation for the arrival, or “advent” of the Christ Child (das Christkind) on his “official” birthday, the 25th day of December. The Advent season and its celebration have changed over the years from a more serious, somber character (including giving up things, as for Lent) to one of a more joyous nature — including such treats as chocolate-filled Advent calendars. The four weeks leading up to Christmas Eve are a happy time – at least for those not too caught up in the increasingly hectic and commercial aspects of this time of the year.

More: https://www.german-way.com/history-and-culture/holidays-and-celebrations/christmas/advent/