The streets leading from the station to the market are attractively decorated with white poles bearing Christmas symbols, garlands of fir and pretty lights. At the centre of the market square is a crib, its wooden figures telling the Christmas story. Every visitor to the Christchild's Market enjoys a pause to look at it. The market stalls are decorated with branches of fir and lit by lanterns. The opening of the market is a festive occasion and enjoys great popularity.
Children sing carols in front of the church.
Since 1948 it has become the custom, late one afternoon during advent, for schoolchildren carrying home-made lanterns to walk from the market up the hill towards the castle in an impressive procession and then to watch the Christmas story being acted out before them. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of Davitt Publications is prohibited. German American Corner, German Corner and their logos are trademarks of Davitt Publications. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners.