Stuttgart Area

Dachau Concentration Camp

On April 25, 82 service members stationed in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart visited a former concentration camp in Dachau, Bavaria.

Puzzling Adventures in Ravensburg

If you haven’t visited the puzzle town of Ravensburg, it definitely warrants your visit! It has rich history, a museum district, a shopping district, many towers and surrounding vineyards.

Culinary Panorama Hike

Germany hosts fun and unique outdoors activities such as the Culinary Panorama Hike. This event offered panoramic views and culinary specialties.

Fair fun at the Spring Festival Stuttgart

From April 19 to May 11, 2014 the 76th annual Stuttgarter Frühlings-Fest (Spring Festival) will take place on the Cannstatter Wasen.

Germany’s first Easter Egg Museum

Sonnenbühl is a quaint, friendly town with one of the few Easter Egg Museums in Germany, caves for exploration, Michelin star restaurants and more.

Straw Sculpture Easter Festival

Now until April 26th Ludwigsburg’s Straw Sculpture Easter Festival offers family fun including egg decorating, a maze, boat rides, petting zoo, a castle tower and much more.

Christmas Shopping in the Stuttgart area!

With shopping malls in Germany appearing to be now in their heyday, they provide the opportunity for great fun! Here is a list of a few in the Stuttgart area.

Take a Walk on the Wald Side

One of the healthiest activities and habits in Germany is hiking! Germany is dedicated to creating, supporting and maintaining spectacular trails. Grab your boots and be awed!

Discover the Swabian Style in Ulm

Located on the River Danube within the state of Baden-Württemberg is Ulm, exactly where Iller and Blau rivers enter the Danube.

Cool off at public pools in the Stuttgart Area

Are you planning on going swimming in the Stuttgart area? Well you better know your bads. This article lists some family-friendly swimming pools and more.

Family fun at Eselsmühle donkey farm

Take a day trip to Eselsmühle, the donkey farm and mill near Stuttgart. Eselsmühle is also a restaurant, event center, geological museum and so much more.

4 favorite places to visit in Portugal

Portugal is a country of stunning variety. Landscapes range from granite topped mountain ranges to golden sand laden coastline.

Enjoy Hiking and More Along the Danube

The upper Danube in the Black Forest is a wonderful place to go hiking, and we discovered much more along these ancient river banks in the town of Donaüschingen.

Donkey Farm and Mill – Eselsmühle

Take a day trip to Eselsmühle, the donkey farm and mill near Stuttgart. Eselsmühle is also a restaurant, event center, geological museum and so much more.

Lovely Small Towns of Stuttgart

Lovely small towns on the outskirts of Stuttgart have a lot American families including various festivals, great shopping low prices, hiking and biking, and much more.

Where Pigs Fly and Marvel the Mercedes-Benz

Whether you make this a full day or break it up, the Schweine and Mercedes-Benz Museums you won’t want to miss if you’re here in Stuttgart.

Things To Do in Stuttgart Area

Looking for something to do in Stuttgart? Simply head to Downtown Stuttgart for fun family events. These on-going and seasonal events include fests, flea markets, a Christmas Market, shopping, museums, great places to eat and so much more!

Stuttgart Beer Festival

Cannstatter Volksfest – Stuttgart Beer Festival

For nearly 200 years, the Cannstatter Volksfest in Stuttgart (more commonly known as the Stuttgart Beer Festival) has enjoyed enormous popularity and annually attracts about four million visitors from near… Read more

Beer Culture and the Town of Ehingen

Whether you decide to visit Ehingen for its architecture, castles or beer, it makes no difference. This quick drive through the Swabian valley makes a perfect day trip from Stuttgart.

A Historic Town with Mystifying Blue Waters

Be captivated by the quaint town of Blaubeuren. Discover this historic town with its picturesque monastery, half-timbered houses, and mystifying blue waters.

Wine Walks near Stuttgart

Have an incredible family day by joining a wine walk in Germany! This is a great way to spend a spring or summer Sunday, enjoy breathtaking views and sample delicious food and wine.

Hiking and More Along the Danube

The upper Danube in the Black Forest is a wonderful place to go hiking, and we discovered much more along these ancient river banks in the town of Donaüschingen.

Twin Towns in the Black Forest

Whether you take a long trip through the Black Forest or a day trip to explore the springs and hiking trails, the towns of Bad Teinach-Zavelstein are definitely a must-see.

Escape in Karlsruhe

Family and friends head to Karlsruhe for a little shopping, lunch and an adventurous escape!

Leonberg’s Horse Market, Parades and More

Each year the town of Leonberg comes alive with horses of every color shape or size and so much more. Mark your calendar next year for the second Tuesday of February!

Winter Fun in the Black Forest

Do you miss this season’s chilly fun? Well come and explore the Baden-Württemberg region as it will not disappoint you.

Fasching Museums in the Black Forest!

If you aren’t able to make it to a parade or outing during Fasching week in February; have no fear, head to two Fasching museums in the Black Forest.

Where Pigs Fly and Marvel the Mercedes-Benz

Whether you make this a full day or break it up, the Schweine and Mercedes-Benz Museums you won’t want to miss if you’re here in Stuttgart.

The Cathedral and City of Ulm

The beautiful city of Ulm has many places and things to see including its majestic cathedral, Christmas Market, museums and more.

Tübingen – a Town of all Seasons

Tübingen is a town of all seasons delighting the masses throughout the year with its festivals, museums, quaint shops, wonderful eateries, a gorgeous river and much more.

Shopping Malls in the Stuttgart Area

With shopping malls in Germany appearing to be now in their heyday, they provide the opportunity for great fun! Here is a list of a few in the Stuttgart area.

Tips on the Stuttgart Transit System

Are you a little intimated with the sophistication and elegance of the Stuttgart rail and bus system? This article will provide helpful tips on how to get around the Stuttgart transit system.

Stuttgart’s Stadtmitte (Downtown) is What’s Going On!

Looking for something to do in Stuttgart? Simply head to Downtown Stuttgart for fun family events. These on-going and seasonal events include fests, flea markets, a Christmas Market, shopping, museums, great places to eat and so much more!

Let’s Go Fly a Kite!

I immediately think of Mary Poppins when someone says that phrase. This fall I went to one of the many kite festivals in Baden-Württemberg (BW) and what fun! Luckily, we… Read more

Nagold and Medieval Madness

Wondering what’s up with all those kilts, large meat on a bone and log throwing? Nagold, like other towns, hosts annual Medieval Fests. Step back in time..!

Glass Blowing in the Black Forest

Take a day trip with RTT Travel to the Black Forest region. Visit a glass factory, a historic farmhouse, a clock manufacturer and even Black Forest Cake!

Family Fun at Freizeit Park Rutesheim

Freizeit Park Rutesheim (near Stuttgart) offers healthy fun for families outdoors! Activities include ropes course, archery, mini-golf, good eats and more!

Local Goodies at Pletsh’s Saftladen

Pletsch’s Saftladen is a local treasure near Kaiserslautern. You can purchase delicious goodies made from the store owner’s thousands of apple trees.

Rastatt, the Gateway to the Black Forest

The town of Rastatt is a great starting point to begin a regional tour of Baden-Württemberg. It has palaces, museums, great restaurants and much more.

The Historic City of Rottweil

The town of Rottweil has a plethora of sites to see and things to do any time of year. There are Roman baths, museums, towers, festivals and much more.