News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
Possessing a great blend of modernity and history, Mannheim makes for an excellent day trip. Sometimes called the Square City, after Prince Friedrich IV uniquely designed it using parallel lines during the 17th century to provide extra military protection, Mannheim today is also known as the City of Inventions, having […]
Schönau, a German village nestled against the French border, almost feels like Shangri-la. Every twisting road that leads to the little town of about 400 people in the Pfalz forest (not to be confused with its cousin Schönau im Schwarzwald in the Black Forest) leads you further into what feels […]
by MilitaryInGermany.com With over 6,000 public pools and 2,300 saunas, Germany has no lack of summer swimming activity. Most towns will have a “freibad,” or outdoor swimming pool, with millions of people across the country going to their local one each summer. Some parks go beyond simple swimming pools or […]
by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Summer is here! A wonderful time for swimming, sunbathing and enjoying nature. A cool walk through the forest may lead you past raspberries, blackberries or blueberries. Markets are full of fresh fruit with juicy red strawberries, shiny bright cherries, dazzling green and […]
There are amazing trips that can be taken right from the Kaiserslautern area. Here are five great destinations to explore that you may not have thought of. Enjoy! 1. FREINSHEIM Freinsheim is a smaller town in the Bad Durkheim region of Germany. It’s one of those quaint wine villages that […]
It’s perhaps the most unique city within a few hours driving distance from the Kaiserslautern Military Community but most people here have never driven south, crossed the Rhine near Baden-Baden and experienced Strasbourg, France. It’s without a doubt the nearest city to us with the most to offer. Altogether historic, […]
Looking for the adventure of a lifetime that is fairly easy to pull off? Consider Iceland. Specifically, consider immersing yourself in Iceland’s mighty southwest. You’ll find glaciers, history, mountains, hot springs, waterfalls, wilderness, and a landscape like no other. Living Like a Local Many would-be visitors to Iceland are tempted […]
Most new arrivals to Germany are familiar with the quality of German beer. Rightfully so. Beer is governed as food here. There are bound to be great choices. But many may not know that Germany is also home to an incredible array of high quality wines, most of which are […]
If you like hiking, Germany is your jam. Nearly one-third of the country is forested. Well-marked walking trails are everywhere. Organized groups of jolly Volksmarchers wander purposefully during every season of the year. The Alps are just right there. If you’re looking for world-class scenery, and you don’t mind a […]
Have you ever had the feeling like you’re home when you are actually thousands of miles away? You could be stationed here like I am, whether you’re in the military or a DOD civilian, and you miss things about home. Yes, it’s fabulous here in Europe, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to […]
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