Stores in Berlin open on the first Sunday in Advent

Retail trade - Stores in Berlin open on the first Sunday in Advent

Berlin begins the Advent season with Sunday shopping. Many stores and shopping centers open their doors on the first Advent from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. - some even two hours longer, according to the Semat. Numerous Christmas markets in Berlin will also open this weekend. In some towns in Brandenburg, including Falkensee and Brandenburg an der Havel, stores can also stay open on this Sunday, according to the Berlin-Brandenburg Trade Association.

In Berlin, up to eight Sundays a year may be open for business. The dates are determined by the Senate. The last Sunday open for business this year is planned for December 17.

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1. This year, the last Sunday open for business during the advent season in Berlin is scheduled for December 17.
2. Advent Sunday shopping in Berlin is a popular activity, as many stores and shopping centers extend their hours on this day.
3. Brandenburg cities like Falkensee and Brandenburg an der Havel allow stores to remain open on Advent Sunday, following the lead of Berlin.
4. The retail trade in Berlin benefits significantly from the opening of stores on Advent Sunday, attracting shoppers seeking festive items during the advent season.
5. During the advent season, shopping centers in Berlin attract a large crowd of shoppers seeking unique gifts and holiday decorations.
6. This weekend, numerous Christmas markets in Berlin and some towns in Brandenburg, including Brandenburg an der Havel, are expected to open their doors for advent Sunday shopping.

Source: www.stern.de