According to a document written by Gruber in 1854, the song first became popular in the nearby Zillertal valley. From there, ...

Like a German child’s fantasy, Nurnberg’s fairy-godmother-like teenage angel stretched out her arms and said, “If you’re very ...

As the birthplace of a much-loved Christmas carol, Austria’s medieval city of Salzburg is a fitting destination for the festive season. Its snow-covered Alpine backdrop and famous Christkindlmarkt ...

Though Christmas markets such as Vienna, Strasbourg and Nuremberg are well known, Europe has other markets that are hidden ...

It’s something that is now such a commonplace and integral part of the holiday season that you’ve likely never thought to question it. But why do we sing festive carols at Christmastime? The simple ...