One of the tactical movements employed by the Germans during the Battle of the Bulge was Blitzkrieg tactics.

The German forces launched their surprise offensive using Blitzkrieg, or "lightning war," strategies characterized by rapid and coordinated attacks that combined infantry, armor, and air support. This approach aimed to achieve quick victories by overwhelming the enemy before they could effectively respond. During the initial stages of the battle, German troops advanced swiftly through the Ardennes Forest, exploiting the element of surprise and the weakness in Allied defenses. The use of Blitzkrieg tactics allowed the Germans to create a significant "bulge" in the Allied lines, achieving substantial territorial gains early in the battle before the Allies regrouped and launched their counteroffensive.