Today the first of four Advent candles will be lit in homes in Germany. The Prophecy Candle… the Candle of Hope. A candle will be lit on the Advent wreath each Advent Sunday until Christmas Eve. Then all four will burn. That’s just one of many traditions that make a Christmas in Germany.

+1C degree, fog & icy wind – perfect weather for the first hot Aperol Spritz!


Castles are always beautiful. At Christmas, some turn into a majestic magical winter dream. Goose bumps inclusive. Wow!




Our tradition continues: first Advent Sunday means enjoying Irish breakfast with friends, followed by finding the most beautiful Christmas tree(s), cutting it down and taking it back home.









What a wonderful weekend kicking off the Christmas season.