A Schwibbogen is an arc-shaped wooden candle holder that originated in the Erzgebirge area of Germany.

Modern versions have electrical candles on them and can often be seen in people’s windows.

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Tags: Candles, Christmas, Erzgebirge, Weihnachten

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