News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
Now that spring is peeking around the corner, it’s time to get out to exercise, don your hiking gear and experience nature at its best. Germany has spectacular rock formations, deeply incised valleys and pristine forest as far as the eye can see. The 143 kilometer-long Pfaelzer Waldpfad is the […]
Just west of Kaiserslautern lies the charming city of Metz, France. With just a short drive, you can discover culture, authentic French cuisine, antique buildings, contemporary art, designer boutiques, musicals, plays at one of the oldest opera theaters in Europe, and more! Metz at a glance Metz is situated near […]
Whether you are stationed in the KMC, Wiesbaden or Stuttgart — there are many day trips you can enjoy without going too far. However, if you fancy stretching your legs a little further and discovering a little more about famous cities in Germany, then visiting Lübeck is the trip for […]
Celebrated in February, Fasching is a traditional German celebration — also known as Karneval or Fastnacht. It is carnival season, which has been celebrated for centuries by people worldwide who have German heritage. It’s utterly bonkers and terrific fun — get involved! Fasching can be documented back to pre-Roman times. […]
There is no question that winter has arrived in Germany. With that never-ending gray sky, the chilly temps, and the wet rain or snow on the ground, it is easy to just close the front door, kick off those boots, and climb onto the couch with a blanket and the […]
Winter is the perfect time to hibernate. The shorter days and dark, cold mornings conspire to make you want to ditch any plans you might have had to work out in favor of another hour of blissful sleep in the toasty cocoon of your blanket. But you’re not a grizzly […]
The beautiful state of Bavaria is probably the most well-known German state throughout the world, and with good reason. But it is perhaps during the winter that this enchanting state really glistens. From snow-topped Bavarian Alps in the south to frozen lakes in the north and snow-covered forests in the […]
Most of us make resolutions on New Year’s Day and, despite our best intentions, give up on them well before the first of February. But did you know that it takes 21 days to form a new habit and 6 months to make it a routine? If you start today, […]
Many members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community have found temporary or even permanent homes in one of the many villages and towns surrounding Kaiserslautern in the heart of Rheinland-Pfalz. You may already be familiar with your immediate vicinity, but there is much more to explore and experience at your “home […]
The Christmas Markets of Germany are one of the best parts of being stationed abroad. If you are stationed in Europe during the holidays, this is a something you can’t miss out on! No matter the size of city or town you find yourself in, there is a small town […]
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