Ravennaschlucht Christmas market in the Höllental, Germany
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Christmas shopping in Deutschland. Make your list and check it twice
Last-minute Christmas shopping doesn’t look so stressful here at Ravennaschlucht Christmas market in the Black Forest region of south-west Germany. The tradition of attending a local Christmas market, or Christkindlmarkt, dates back to the Germany of the Middle Ages and remains a popular tradition. At these outdoor gatherings, visitors stock up on local baked goods and crafts, enjoy entertainment and sip mulled wine. Prost!
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