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Germany’s shoulder season: Four knockout November destinations

Germany’s shoulder season: Four knockout November destinations

German summer travel can be fantastic…until the autobahns become jam-packed with staus and hordes of tourists throng city centers and beach fronts. Same goes for winter. Christmas markets and the Alps are incredible… but again, you’ve may have to do a lot of elbowing. So here’s a little secret: if […]

November 6, 2026 ×

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Haunted Germany: Ghosts, Spirits, Legends

Haunted Germany: Ghosts, Spirits, Legends

Germany lends itself well to ghost stories. It’s not just all the ruined castles and long autumn nights. Sometimes, the very forests themselves can seem, well, forbidding (check out the Grimm Brothers’ original tales, for proof that they agreed). And though not everyone appreciates that creepy feeling you get on […]

October 30, 2026 ×

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ABC in KMC: Samhain

ABC in KMC: Samhain

Ghosts and goblins, spiders and witches, trick-or-treating, jack-o-lanterns, and spooky parties? We are all familiar with typical Halloween scenes and activities. But, have you ever wondered where the tradition originated and how it was brought across the Atlantic Ocean and then back to Europe in the last century? Origins The […]

October 30, 2026 ×

Events, Lifestyle

Unterwegs — Oct. 23, 2026

OKTOBERKERWE (OCTOBER FAIR) UNTIL OCT. 26, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN Messeplatz in Kaiserslautern invites visitors to its annual October Fair with thrilling rides, live music, food and beverages, and fireworks at the end of the fair on Oct. 26 at about 9.00 p.m., BEAUTY JUNGLE GIRLS AND FASHION FLEA MARKET OCT. 24, […]

October 23, 2026 ×

Community, Events, Lifestyle

Community Events — Oct. 23, 2026

Halloween Night Golf Registration is open now through Oct. 24 for Halloween Night Golf at Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888, on Wetzel Kaserne. Halloween Night Golf is on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 4 P.m. The $30 entry fee includes a green fee, and participants will play five holes using […]

October 23, 2026 ×

Events, Lifestyle

Germany’s National Parks: Kellerwald Edersee National Park

Germany’s National Parks: Kellerwald Edersee National Park

by MilitaryInGermany.com

Sometimes, the best trips reveal a wonderland in a place that at first seems like the middle of nowhere. Keller­wald Eder­see National Park, which is located in the lovely forested state of Hessen, is one of those places. From spring until summer, especially, the park provides a brilliant experience. You’ll find beautiful lakes, an excellent treetop adventure, a dam walk, an amazing castle hotel, and a wonderful sense of tranquility. Here are five tips for making the most of Kellerwald-Edersee National Park.

October 23, 2026 ×

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Unterwegs — Oct. 16, 2026

STADT- UND GÄSSCHENFLOHMARKT (FLEA MARKET) OCT. 17 + 18, CITY CENTER, ZELL/MOSEL Autumn Magic in Zell invites you to browse, discover, and hunt for bargains at its city  and alley flea market. For an entire weekend, Zell will turns into a big treasure hunt. The flea market will take place […]

October 15, 2026 ×

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ABC in KMC: Egypt

ABC in KMC: Egypt

Story & photos by Gina Hutchins-Inman, 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Rolling down the river Germany is threaded with rivers — many within a short drive of the Kaiserslautern Military Community and countless others that invite exploration. They weave together history, scenic towns and countless places to discover, perfect for adventures in spring, summer and autumn. The Moselle winds past vineyards, […]

October 15, 2026 ×

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Can’t-Miss German Day Trips A-Z: Zweibrücken

Can’t-Miss German Day Trips A-Z: Zweibrücken

by MilitaryInGermany.com

Zweibrücken makes for an excellent day trip. Located a few kilometers from the French border, the city is rich with natural beauty, history and a very interesting mélange of sightseeing opportunities. Plus, you get to visit a city that begins with the letter Z, which doesn’t happen every day!

October 15, 2026 ×

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5 Spooky Places to Celebrate Halloween in Germany

5 Spooky Places to Celebrate Halloween in Germany

Although Germany doesn’t celebrate Halloween in the same way America does, there are still amazing and spooky goings-on around Deutschland. Those in search of Halloween fun don’t have to look far. The country hosts a wide range of events for couples, families and singles. Here are five places to start! […]

October 9, 2026 ×