News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
If you are looking for a change in scenery, culture, and adventure outside of Germany this winter season it can all be found in Zell Am See, Austria. Located a little over 7 hours by car from the KMC area this winter sport region is worth the drive.
Reaching the abbey of Chimay, or as it is officially known, the Abbaye Notre Dame de Scourmont, requires a beautiful road trip. There’s no way around it. You’ll have to travel through rolling forested hills with breathtaking valleys.
As Old Man Winter will be visiting us soon, the skiers and snowboarders are anxiously awaiting the opening of resorts all over Europe to enjoy the winter wonderland. For those of you preferring a more slow-paced approach to outdoor winter fun, we have just the right option for you: Grindelwald Schlittelbahn, or Grindelwald sled run.
If you haven’t tasted it yet, go ahead! Stollen — or German Christmas bread — is a holiday season must-have. With almonds, fruits, and marzipan, this cake is a typical Advent delight in Germany. The “Christstollen,” as it’s properly called in German, dates back to the 15th century. Originally, it […]
Christmas Market season is here at last as the scent of cinnamon slowly creeps through cozy cobblestone alleys and fairy lights light up historic old houses. Usually located in the city center, Christmas markets bring families and friends together over sweet and savory delicacies.
Kaiserslautern’s annual cultural market will open at 2 p.m. on Nov. 25 at the Fruchthalle. Beate Kimmel, Kaiserslautern’s city mayor, will speak at the beginning of the event.
Christmas markets in the KMC and close vicinity:
❄ Alsenz, Dec. 7 and 8
KMC Thanksgiving Brunch: Join us in celebrating this day of thanks on Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Who said you have to spend all day in the kitchen? Bring your friends and family to enjoy all of the classics and favorites from home, without the mess and […]
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER For details and to RSVP, call 480-5100 or 06371-47-5100. Bldg. 2120, Ramstein Air Base. All training is held at A&FRC unless stated otherwise. MONDAY N/A TUESDAY Key Spouse Refresher Training 1-2 p.m. Pre-Deployment Briefing: 2:30-3:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Newcomers Base Intro: 7:30 a.m. to […]
EVENTS
Gerhardsbrunn, Farmers Christmas Market. Nov. 23. militaryingermany.com/event/guhl
Irish Autumn: Workshops and Music. Until Nov. 24. militaryingermany.com/event/irish
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