The now annual tradition of the Santa Claus ride through Stuttgart took place for the 8th time. Around 130 riders dressed as Santa took to the streets and enjoyed a night of riding action with a few stops for “Glühwein” to ensure they kept warm!

The Santa Ride has become an annual tradition for the riders of Stuttgart.
The Santa Claus Ride has become an annual tradition for the riders of Stuttgart.
Riders from all ages took part!
Riders from all ages took part!
Rush hour in Stuttgart...
Rush hour in Stuttgart…
Some extra customization!
Some extra customization!
Some opted for the polar bear option instead...
Some opted for the polar bear option instead…
A stop at the Christmas market to sample some Glühwein kept spirits high.
A stop at the Christmas market to sample some Glühwein kept spirits high.
Onlookers were both amused and amazed by the goings on.
Onlookers were both amused and amazed by the goings on.
A fun evening was had by all!
A fun evening was had by all!
Same again next year? Definitely!
Same again next year? Definitely!

Photos courtesy of facebook.com/FlorianGerlac.ch.


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