Ravennaschlucht Christmas market in Hollental, Germany
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Holiday shopping in Deutschland. Make your list and check it twice
Last-minute holiday shopping doesn’t look so stressful here at Ravennaschlucht Christmas market in the Black Forest region of southwest 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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