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Sea of lights in Delmenhorst: Borchart's Christmas house lights up again!
The Borchart family's Christmas house in Delmenhorst is shining again after a year-long break. Hundreds of visitors celebrate the opening.
Sea of lights in Delmenhorst: Borchart's Christmas house lights up again!
It's finally that time again: The Borchart family's famous Christmas house in Delmenhorst shines again in all its splendor after a year-long break. Around 60,000 lights make the property shine and put a smile on the faces of not only the residents but also the many visitors. This magical reopening took place on the first Advent and was celebrated by hundreds of people looking forward to the festive season.
The return of the sea of lights has a deeper meaning for Sven Borchart. He dedicates the illuminated splendor to his late wife Martina, who died unexpectedly three days before Christmas last year. The years spent building Christmas houses together, which date back to the year 2000, are more than just a tradition for him; they are a sign of love and remembrance. After the external celebration could not take place due to his severe knee problems, he decided to continue the tradition with a full knee prosthesis and the support of his stepson.
A feel-good atmosphere and a matter of the heart
The Christmas house impresses not only with its titular lighting; it also features a variety of thoughtfully designed decorations, including life-size deer, arches of lights and an impressive pyramid. The preparations began at the beginning of November, which shows that the work was done with passion and a good hand. To sweeten the wait for St. Nicholas Day, punch and mulled wine are offered there, and the donations go to a facility for therapeutic horse riding - a contribution that is close to Borchart's heart.
Advent is a sweet time of anticipation. Traditionally, it is precisely these festive lights that shape the pre-Christmas atmosphere. In many countries and cultures, green branches, such as fir or yew, are used to symbolize hope and new life. The Christmas tree, which lights up both publicly at markets and privately in living rooms, has established itself over the centuries as a symbol of conviviality and gathering. What began over 500 years ago with a tree-like planter in Freiburg's Heilig-Geist-Hospital has now become an integral part of our Christmas celebrations, which primarily focus on children.
For Sven Borchart, the Christmas house is not just a shining attraction; it is a place of remembrance and giving. The lights will shine every evening until January 6, 2026, bringing warmth and joy to neighbors and visitors. Every light has a story within it, and so the Borcharts invite everyone to take part in this special tradition and celebrate with them.
In conclusion, this year's reopening of the Christmas House is more than a simple spectacle. It is a tribute to love, family and the spirit of giving - values that are important not only at Christmas time but all year round. The light that shines here is not only a sign of joy, but also a symbol of the everlasting connection between Sven Borchart and his beloved wife Martina.
Further information can be found in the reports from NDR and t online. You can find exciting details about the general Christmas story and customs Planet knowledge.