December 6th is Nikolaustag

October 7, 2009 by eurojoe  
Filed under German Holidays

Nikolaustag, a German tradition for kids: On the evening of December 5th, kids put a pair of shoes in front of their door, and when they wake up the next morning their shoes are filled with oranges, nuts, candy or a little toy. Of course Nikolaus (St. Nick) is responsible for these treats.

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One Comment on "December 6th is Nikolaustag"

  1. may555 on Thu, 8th Oct 2009 1:05 am 

    The German tradition for kids is very interesting,it looks like Christmas.The kids getting present is very happy.

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