Firefighters Rappel as Santa Claus to Delight Young Patients

Forget chimneys—these firefighters descended from the sky as St. Nicholas, turning a hospital visit into pure magic. The children’s reactions? Priceless.

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2025 December 6 . 1:06 AM

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Firefighters Rappel as Santa Claus to Delight Young Patients

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Around St. Nicholas Day, high-angle rescue teams across Germany brought unexpected joy to children in hospitals, hospices, and care homes. Dressed as St. Nicholas and his companions, they rappelled from heights to deliver gifts—turning a festive tradition into moments of surprise and delight for young patients.

In Wiesbaden, firefighters from the city’s high-angle rescue unit descended from a ladder truck to visit the Dwarf Nose Center. Clad in full St. Nicholas costumes, they handed out presents to children, who watched in wide-eyed amazement. Laughter filled the air as the youngsters interacted with their unexpected visitors.

The visits left a lasting impression on the young patients, offering them a brief escape from their daily challenges. The SRHT teams, through their creative approach, turned a simple act of giving into a spectacle of wonder—one that will be remembered long after the festivities have ended.