Greifswald shines: 19 meter high Christmas tree erected!

Greifswald shines: 19 meter high Christmas tree erected!

On Monday, an impressive Christmas tree was put up in Greifswald, which now adorns the market square and atmospherically ushers in the Advent season. The magnificent tree, an approximately 30-year-old coastal fir, measures an impressive 19 meters in height and weighs an impressive 3.5 tons. When you look at this tree, you can only be impressed by its size and splendor, which was planted in a front garden in Wusterhusen around 40 years ago. The decision for this tree came from a pool of ten applicants, all of whom were vying for the honorable position of the city's Christmas tree. The installation took place around midday with a crane operated by six employees of Pommern Natura GmbH, who felled the tree on Monday morning. Northern Courier reports on the challenges that arose when transporting the tree. In order to safely bring it to the required width of four and a half meters, it was tied together for transport.

But that's not all: on Monday, November 24th, the little citizens of Greifswald can decorate the tree with decorations to their hearts' content. The children can rely on the support of the Greifswald fire department, which is sure to create a magical atmosphere. Five days later the Christmas market starts, a highlight for the entire city. It opens on Thursday, November 27th at 11am and will be open until Sunday, December 21st at 8pm. Here, visitors can look forward to a colorful hustle and bustle and a wide range of festive treats.

The preparations in Western Pomerania

Cities in the region are tangibly preparing for the upcoming pre-Christmas period. NDR highlights that the Christmas tree was put up on the Greifswald market square on Monday, while the people of Stralsund have had their tree on the Old Market since November 11th. This colorful diversity is an important element of the pre-Christmas season in Western Pomerania, and the Christmas markets promise a lot of festive atmosphere. The lighting of the tree in Stralsund and the 26 stars will shine in a festive setting after the Sunday of the Dead.

A look at the Christmas markets

The Christmas markets in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania are open again, and the atmosphere is tempting with roasted almonds and mulled wine, all under colorful fairy lights. MVP describes an exciting selection: from romantic markets at the Swiss castle to atmospheric events in barns to hidden markets by the sea. Here you will find a wealth of gift ideas and specialties, so that your shopping trip has something to offer for every taste.

The first days of Advent are already in the starting blocks and anticipation is growing. Anyone who has already made plans for the Advent season can look forward to the first Sundays of Advent: The first Advent falls on November 30, 2025, followed by further celebrations up to Christmas Eve. To make everything festive, the region is happily preparing for this magical time of year when solidarity and joy are at the forefront.