January 11, 2025, Schwaikheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany: Crowds gather to view Christmas trees a blazing. Traditional Christbaum Feuer ceremony, where Christmas trees from the whole village of Schwaikheim are collected and burned. Before having the fire, a Christmas tree throwing event is held. The event is organized by local organizations, such as the fire brigade or the Red Cross. (Credit Image: © Andreas Stroh/ZUMA Press Wire)

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