Festive Tractor Parades Light Up German Towns with Holiday Cheer

Bochum and villages in the Südwestpfalz region host illuminated tractor processions, featuring decorated vehicles and charitable initiatives.

Bochum's annual Trecker-Lichterfahrt returned with over 100 festively decorated tractors and vehicles traveling a new route through the city.
The event in Bochum doubled as a charitable initiative, raising funds for the local children's and youth hospice service through donations and participant fees.
In the Südwestpfalz region, two separate illuminated tractor parades with 40 vehicles each brought joy to local villages, continuing a tradition started during the pandemic.
The Südwestpfalz parades also served as a registered demonstration against the EU-South America free trade agreement, highlighting local farmers' concerns.
Hundreds of spectators lined the streets in both regions, enjoying the festive atmosphere, creative decorations, and community gatherings.