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Big fire drama in Havelland: Christmas market equipment in flames!
Fire damages stalls for Christmas market in Berlin-Mitte. Estimated damage: 500,000 euros. Investigations are ongoing.
Big fire drama in Havelland: Christmas market equipment in flames!
On the night of Tuesday, October 14, 2025, a devastating fire occurred on the premises of a showman's business in Paaren/Glien, which is part of Havelland. The affected person is the showman Thilo-Harry Wollenschlaeger, whose business plans are now endangered by the flames. Loud daily news Numerous stalls that were already fully stocked, as well as Christmas market equipment and decorations, were destroyed by the fire.
The fire department was on site with around 70 emergency services to fight the fire. The police report two semi-trailers completely and two partially destroyed, while three neighboring containers were damaged by the extreme heat. The property damage is estimated at around 500,000 euros, a bitter setback for Wollenschlaeger, who planned to exhibit his stalls at the Christmas market on Schlossplatz in Berlin-Mitte.
Christmas market in danger
The Christmas market, which is scheduled to open on November 19th, is now in jeopardy. Wollenschlaeger was unable to predict the exact consequences for the market on Tuesday. According to the fire department, the fire broke out between 9:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Wollenschlaeger was awakened during the night and learned of the misfortune that disrupted his preparations for the upcoming season.
The circumstances of the fire are still unclear. Police fire investigators are already on site and the scene of the fire remains confiscated until further notice. It is hoped that it will soon be clear how this terrible incident could have happened.
Political context and regional news
While attempts to extinguish the fire are underway in Paaren/Glien, there are political developments in the region. Chancellor Merz (CDU) is currently in Brandenburg and met with Prime Minister Woidke to discuss the growing challenges in the East, such as rbb reported.
Meanwhile, the trade in Brandenburg appears to be robust: many heating construction companies see a good order situation, while at the same time there are concerns about recruiting young people. There are calls for a reduction in bureaucracy and a reduction in social security contributions.
In the midst of these events, however, the fire causes concern at the showman's business and casts a shadow over the anticipation of the upcoming Christmas market. It remains to be seen whether the stands can be restored in time.