The charming medieval town of Freinsheim recently held its annual Bloom Festival and hosts several other family festivals through the year.
A long list of the best playgrounds in the KMC. Check out this mom-approved list submitted by a member of the Military in Germany community!
At the end of February, Bad Durkheim lit up their town Centre for a street party, shopping and wine tastings.
Wallerfangen is a municipality in western Germany on the French border. Spending an afternoon here is a great way to embrace the local history.
Take a day trip to Mettlach, located in Saarland. The town is known for its porcelain, beautiful river views, interesting museums and fun shopping.
With spring coming soon, the 21st International Easter Market at the beautiful Kloster Eberbach Monastery was an ‘egg-cellent’ way to kick off the season!
Celebrating the first wine festival of the season, the quaint town of Freinsheim offers a night with wine, food & fire in January!
While not exactly ripped from the pages of Mary Shelley, the Rhineland-Palatinate’s Frankenstein Castle and town are certainly worth a visit.
Make a day trip in Trier. Not only can you enjoy a nice meal, but you can also explore its 4th century Roman ruins of the Imperial Baths.
Let your kids have fun at Trier’s indoor trampoline park Trampoline Trier! There are rides, bumper cars, slides, swings, ball pits, a tot-sized roller coaster, and of course, trampolines.
Der Pferdestall Stables and Saloon is a hidden gem. From horses and cows to ponies, mules, and llamas, children can delight in meeting and greeting most of Old McDonald’s favorites.
A trip to Valkenburg Caves left me almost speechless, especially the creation at the Magic Sand. And this does not happen very often!
If you’re looking for a daytrip that offers something a little different, head to Straussenfarm Mhou for a closer look at these prehistoric birds as well as some exotic eats.
Edenkoben, a quaint town on the Wine Trail, hosts an annual wine and chestnut market. There you can enjoy delectable treats infused with chestnuts and wine!
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The Lichtenberg Castle recently revived the Middle Ages with a Medieval Market. There were vendors, actors in costumes, fire-eaters, jugglers, music and much more.
The quaint town of Zellertal is situated in Palatinate wine region. Toss in some art and food and you have the enchanting Zellertal Arts and Wine Market.
Take a day trip to the reconstructed medieval castle near the town of Annweiler. Burg Trifels was one of the favorites of Emperor Barbarossa.
Miesau Waldfreibad near Kaiserslautern is a great place forenjoy outdoor fun. There is a large slide, waterfalls, diving boards, a toddler pool and more.
CUBO is a beautiful outdoor pool and a great place to spend a hot day. It has something for all including a snack bar, a lounge area, and a wellness center.
The 2015 Rheinland-Pfalz State Fair was a chance for a variety of businesses, organizations, and military forces to demonstrate what they have to offer.
Take a scenic tour while having a real workout on a Draisine. A Draisine is a trolley that travels along railroad tracks and is propelled by its riders. Pack yourself a picnic basket or dine at one of the restaurant along the way.
Wildpark Potzberg features a spectacular bird show that features falcons and Bald Eagles. The park also include other animals, a petting zoo, a restaurant, and so much more.
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Get your creative juices flowing and enjoy the class Paint-and-Sip. This fun and creative class takes place in a great ambiance including wine and music.
A Kaiserslautern roller derby team rapidly grew into a league. Come help celebrate the Roller Girls of the Apocalypse fifth birthday on June 13-14.
The new shopping mall, the K in Lautern in downtown Kaiserslautern is now open. Get your retail therapy with 100 stores as well as restaurants and more.
A wine and/or culinary walk in the Pfalz is a rite of passage that every American should experience whilst in Germany.
Trier’s Bastel Stube is a craft store you may be accustomed to in the U.S. This over 2,000 meters store is a home good and creative paradise.
Take a trip Neuleiningen to marvel the ruined castle as you wander the streets of the small town, enjoy a delicious German meal and dabble in wine tasting.
Fischbach Copper Mine is less than an hour from KMC and offers unexpected fun for the entire family. Learn about the mining process and the life of a miner.
Monte Mare in Kaiserslautern offers fun and relaxation for the entire family. This wellness center includes spa treatments, massages, saunas, hot tubs, indoor/outdoor pools and much more.
Come visit Albersbach’s Distillery for an assortment of schnapps from the sweet fruit liquors in flavors like cherry and raspberry to aged plums and pears.
There are many reasons to visit Speyer including museums, sea life, hiking and biking, wine-tasting and of course great places to eat.
Neunkirchen is an “off the beat” town that’s worth your visit with its rich history, unique sightseeing expedition, impressive industrial complex and much more.
Germany’s old shoe city has more to offer than shoes including museums, annual events, great places to dine and more!
Bernkastel-Kues offers a nostalgic atmosphere, street festivals, savory wines and a whole lot more.
There is no shortage of bike paths in Germany, but finding them can be a little difficult. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you find and follow these terrific paths!
The spa town of Bad Dürkheim is one of the most beautiful areas of the German Wine Route. It’s known for wellness & health as well as wine and nature.
Right on your doorstep in the Pfalz region you will find a number of Wein Fests (wine festivals) taking place every weekend!
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