The Christmas tree burning tradition

The Christmas tree burning tradition

07.01.2026, Rakvere. The Christmas tree burning tradition. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

The Christmas tree burning tradition

The Christmas tree burning tradition

07.01.2026, Rakvere. The Christmas tree burning tradition. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

The Christmas tree burning tradition

The Christmas tree burning tradition

07.01.2026, Rakvere. The Christmas tree burning tradition. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

The Christmas tree burning tradition

The Christmas tree burning tradition

07.01.2026, Rakvere. The Christmas tree burning tradition. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

Festive Atmosphere on Christmas Eve in Syria - Damascus

In Damascus, Syria, on December 25, 2025, festive scenes filled the streets and churches of the Bab Touma district, where thousands of people gathered to celebrate Christmas Eve amid holiday decorations and lights. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian Santa Christmas Parade - Mexico

Russian community in Mexico taking part during the Ded Moroz - Russian Santa Christmas parade at Palacio de Bellas Artes. on December 23, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group / ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM