Kai Wegner inaugurated the Christmas market season at Berlin's major sites, highlighting free admission at Alexanderplatz and expanded festivities across the city.New specialized markets like LGBTQIA Winter Days and the Bloody X-Mas Market as well as luxury offerings such as €18 mulled wine near the Sofitel Hotel contributed unique options this season.Police emphasized heightened security and pickpocket warnings, referencing recent deadly attacks and advising careful conduct at crowded venues and mulled wine stalls.