The world’s craziest and most colorful 5-km race series in the world will be taking place in 10 cities around Germany.
A wine and/or culinary walk in the Pfalz is a rite of passage that every American should experience whilst in Germany.
As the weather gets warmer, you fill find more and more people out enjoying biking. You too can join the healthy fun and take advantage of the scenic opportunity to see Stuttgart.
Thanks to the famous Autobahn, Germany attracts millions of people from all over the world who want to get their adrenaline pumping by driving on one of the world’s best… Read more
Just arrived in Germany? Then Alpine Skiing should be on your list of things to try. Here is our quick guide to everything you need to know about skiing…
Over 100 twists and turns on one of the world’s most famous racetracks – a real challenge even for experienced drivers.
The Stuttgart Office of Sport and Exercise host its annual event “Sports Im Park” program (Sports in the Park) which is running until the end of September.
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!
So why should we get excited for Sunday’s World Cup Final football match between Germany and Argentina?
There is a new craze sweeping the running community, and it’s nothing to do with fashion or technology. Its all about getting… well, covered in paint!
If you live in the Stuttgart Military Community then you are lucky enough to have several outdoor bathing options to choose from.
Tough Mudder is a 12 mile obstacle course designed to test all-around strength, stamina, teamwork, and mental grit.
Grab a towel and go and enjoy the sun by the pool. Here’s our list of pools and beaches around our military community in Wiesbaden.
After the huge response to our recent article on Geocaching, the founder of the KMC Geocachers, Michelle Muldowney-Stevens, got in touch with us to tell us more about the group she started and how… Read more
Geocaching is something of a virtual treasure hunt. A team of individuals work together in a specific geographic location to discover a stash.
Another mega event in the Tirolean Alps has wound up with the Snowbombing Festival in the ski holiday resort of Mayrhofen.
With 70cm of new snow arriving in Kitzbuhel, those who got first bite at the fresh snow had some of the best conditions of the winter.
Skiing is one of the most exhilarating outdoor sport activities you can do but with all sport there is always a potential for injury.
The Tannenbaum Ski Club is the biggest ski club in Europe. Geared towards singles and couples who enjoy a very energetic crowd – this is the party club!
They seem to be on almost every peak these days but there are a few igloo hotels / bars that really stand out.
On the March 30th, 2014, the 9th Germany Wine Road Marathon will take place just 35 minutes from the KMC.
Whether you’re a pro on skis or have never given them a try, your tour in Europe is an excellent time to hit the slopes. A long weekend or a… Read more
The highest ski resort in the immediate vicinity of Innsbruck, Axamer Lizum is playing to host to a ski tourers paradise right now. The frequent snow falls have covered the… Read more
The 3000m+ high ski area of Obergurgl – Hochgurgl, Austria is opening later this week to kick off another mammoth season in this Otztal resort, located on the southern border… Read more
Welcome to the Kaiserslautern Bears – sharing America’s national pastime within our German-American community. The “K-Town Bears” is a German independent club, which has been fielding baseball & softball teams… Read more
The FIS race season opened this weekend with men’s and women’s Super G races on the Rettenbach glacier high above Solden. The women went yesterday and surprisingly there were no… Read more
It was hard to believe that it is only the 2nd week in October – the Stubai Glacier, just south of Innsbruck served up one of the epic days of… Read more
If you like to hike, the Pfalz is the place to be. There are 92 parking areas leading to hiking paths covering over 2,200 kilometers of beautiful territory.
Tropical Island waterpark in Berlin is a perfect way to enjoy a rainy weekend, a summer holiday or a winter getaway.
One of Germany’s premiere car and motorcycle racing tracks is the Nürburgring, located just outside the village of Nürburg in the Rhineland-Palatinate region. Motorcycle and car racing take place all year long at the track.
The groomed paths and trails wind through the local towns and cities and are located well away from the road in almost all cases, so you can bring the kids with you easily.
A list of local ski clubs for the U.S. community in Germany, meet new people, and ski some of the best mountain ranges in the world!
The Wilder-Kaiser is the largest ski area in Austria, and it provides endless opportunity for winter sports enthusiasts of all skill levels. Not an enthusiast yet?
Ice skating is a budget-friendly way to spend an afternoon or evening and the perfect way to impress a date or entertain the family.
The American football team Saarland Hurricanes have signed fomer Western Michigan head coach Al Molde to head the team and are looking for new players.
Frankfurt is often overlooked by tourists passing through the international airport, but its city center is a unique blend of traditional and modern and is the perfect place to explore and experience the best of what Germany has to offer.
The Herald Union newspaper has some great ideas for getting outdoors and exploring in Wiesbaden.
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