According to German tradition children are visited by Nikolaus and Knecht Ruprecht on the eve of December 6th and if the children were well behaved during that year they would receive small gifts, chocolates and sweets left in a boot or shoe on their windowsill, naughty children are said to receive only a rod. The Christmas tree is usually decorated on Christmas Eve before Santa Claus or Weihnachtsmann delivers the family’s gifts. A traditional Christmas in Germany a treat for your taste buds with a variety of spiced cakes, cookies and delightful desserts.