Light trips in Bremen: A festival of hope and tradition on December 7th

Light trips in Bremen: A festival of hope and tradition on December 7th

In Bremen there is great anticipation for the traditional tractor candlelight rides. This charming event brings festively illuminated agricultural machinery through the streets and creates a festive atmosphere that delights young and old. The starting signal for the light journey in Bremen will be given on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, at 4 p.m. Under the motto “A spark of hope – it doesn’t work without farmers” a festive route will be completed through the city and surrounding towns. Loud t online The route runs from Herzogenkamp via Leher Heerstrasse and Oberneulander Heerstrasse to the Christmas market in Borgfeld, where the lights ride stops at 5 p.m.

But that's not all! The beautifully decorated tractors, which have been lovingly decorated by dedicated farmers, reach the parking lot of the Edeka-Winkler market in Worpswede around 7:30 p.m. The event has not only established itself as a cherished tradition, but also serves to highlight the important work of agriculture and to collect donations for charitable projects.

More light trips in the region

But the festive mood is not limited to Bremen. A light trip will also be organized in the Osterholz district on Friday, November 28, 2025. The “Trekdör Holste” group invites you to a tour through various districts from 4:30 p.m. Here, residents put up lanterns while children joyfully welcome the tractor train. The event attracts many families to the region and provides an unforgettable experience.

In addition, the little ones in Oyten can look forward to a very special light trip on December 4th. Organized by the Landjugend Wümme Weser, children are allowed to take part with their decorated pedal tractors, scooters and bicycles. The meeting point is at 5:30 p.m. at the Pestalozzischule Oyten. On the 3rd Sunday of Advent, December 14th, there will also be a regular candlelight trip by rural youth through Oyten and Bassen, which begins at 4:30 p.m. in the Combi parking lot. On this occasion, Santa Claus will visit the children and provide pre-Christmas joy.

Spreading the lights rides this year

All of these light trips are part of a nationwide tradition that extends throughout Germany on Advent weekends. A variety of events are planned, such as in Sottrum to Rotenburg and in Ritterhude to Schwanewede, all on the 3rd Sunday of Advent (December 17, 2023). How agricultural today reports, these initiatives take place all over the country around this contemplative time and are very popular.

It becomes clear that the light trips are not only a beautiful tradition, but also offer an opportunity to experience community, honor agriculture and approach Christmas together. The anticipation is obvious - let's get involved and enjoy the festive season on the streets with the lovingly decorated tractors!