Yule is a winter festival historically observed by the Germanic peoples that is claimed to have been merged with Christmas during the Christianisation of the Germanic peoples. [1]

In many languages of northern Europe, Yule is now the word for Christmas, but certain parts of the Yule tradition in modern Christmas may have originated in the pre-Christian solstice festival.

Nov 19, 2025 · Yule is a midwinter celebration honored at the Winter Solstice for those who follow the Wheel of the Year and later in midwinter for pagans who follow the lunisolar Norse …

Nov 13, 2025 · Yule celebrates the winter solstice—the shortest day and longest night of the year. It’s an ancient festival marking the rebirth of the Sun and the return of longer days, symbolizing …

Key Takeaway: Yule is an ancient winter solstice festival from Germanic and Norse cultures, marking the longest night and celebrating the sun’s return through feasting, offerings, and …

Dec 5, 2025 · What Is a Yule Log? A yule log can either refer to the ceremonial log burned during winter solstice or a chocolate sponge cake shaped like a log and covered in chocolate frosting. …

The word ‘yule' gets thrown around a lot during the Christmas season, but what does it even mean? Well, like so many of the holiday's traditions, its origins are a bit complex.

Aug 2, 2023 · The Yule or Yuletide celebration commemorated the events of the waning year and honored the gods with a festival of song, food, drink, and sacrifice. But with the steady spread …

Dec 18, 2024 · Yule, or Yuletide, falls around the Winter Solstice starting on Dec. 21 all the way to Jan. 1, and lasts for 12 days. This holiday is celebrated by practitioners of witchcraft, Pagans, …

Dec 6, 2024 · Yule, or Jól, has roots in ancient Norse and Germanic pagan traditions. Historically celebrated around the Winter Solstice (December 21st), Yule marked the year’s longest night …