Germany is considered the birthplace of the traditional Christmas market, with some dating back to the Middle Ages. While not ...

However, there are a few exceptions: Oktoberfest and Christmas, when visitors from all over travel to Hamburg for its charming Christmas markets. Key Events: ...

Security was stepped up Saturday at Christmas markets elsewhere in Germany with more police out in Hamburg, Leipzig and other cities. Church bells rang in Magdeburg and across the region at 7:03 ...