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Germany’s National Parks: Eifel National Park

Germany’s National Parks: Eifel National Park

Germany’s Eifel region is often overlooked. Just a short trip from Kaiserslautern, this land of lakes, ancient volcanoes, forests and rolling hills is ideal for bikers, hikers, road trippers and day trippers. Another great reason to visit: the region hosts Eifel National Park, which is captivating, wild, and historic. On […]

October 27, 2023 ×

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Five spooky places to celebrate Halloween in Germany

Five spooky places to celebrate Halloween in Germany

Although Germany doesn’t celebrate Halloween in the same way America does, there are still amazing and spooky goings-on dotted around Deutschland. Those in search of Halloween fun don’t have to look far. The country hosts a wide range of events for couples, families and singles. Here are five places to […]

October 20, 2023 ×

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Healthy Halloween treats for healthy dogs

Healthy Halloween treats for healthy dogs

Try some of these tasty, healthy Halloween dog treats this Halloween season. Human treats, chocolates and candy aren’t good for your dogs but these make a good alternative. Not only are they safer to eat but they contain some ingredients that are actually healthy and beneficial for your dogs! Pumpkin […]

October 20, 2023 ×

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Germany’s National Parks: Lower Oder Valley National Park

Germany’s National Parks: Lower Oder Valley National Park

Lower Oder Valley National Park is a special place. Germany’s only wetland national park is filled with water, reclaimed land, incredible views, and unique wildlife. Nestled against the border of Poland, the park is one of the most incredible wild destinations in all of northeast Germany. Unexpected eastern Germany When […]

October 13, 2023 ×

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Unbe-leaf-able: Four places to see amazing autumn colors in Germany

Unbe-leaf-able: Four places to see amazing autumn colors in Germany

Forests are an essential part of Germany. Naturally, autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons around. Gold, orange and red leaves are yours to see all over the country. Get out there and immerse yourself in autumn’s grandeur! One of the benefits of living in Germany is that nearly […]

October 6, 2023 ×

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Round, orange, good for the soul: German pumpkin fests

Round, orange, good for the soul: German pumpkin fests

The American love affair with pumpkins is well documented. On the other side of the Atlantic, autumn is the season in which decorative gourds pop to life all across the country. Coffee shops fill with pumpkin spice lattés. Kitchens everywhere give off the delicious aroma of pumpkin pie or pumpkin […]

September 29, 2023 ×

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The one and only Oktoberfest

The one and only Oktoberfest

At 12 noon on Saturday, September 16, Munich’s mayor Dieter Reiter tapped the first beer barrel to declare the 2023 Okotberfest or “Wiesn“ — as the Munich people call it — officially open. This year, the world-famous festival runs through October 3. It is the most famous event in Germany […]

September 22, 2023 ×

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Karlsruhe: Germany’s overlooked gem

Karlsruhe: Germany’s overlooked gem

For many of us, Karlsruhe is a mostly just a familiar name on a blue Autobahn sign. From Kaiserslautern, we zoom past it heading south to the Alps. From Stuttgart, we wave hello while heading north to Heidelberg. Here’s a secret, though: even though Karlsruhe is not a city designed […]

September 15, 2023 ×

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Bad Dürkheim Wurstmarkt —World’s Biggest Wine Festival

Bad Dürkheim Wurstmarkt —World’s Biggest Wine Festival

The Wurstmarkt (Sausage market) in the spa town of Bad Dürkheim is the world’s biggest wine festival with over 600,000 visitors each year and it’s taking place on the second and third weekend of September. This year’s dates are Sep. 8-12 and 15-18. Pfälzer party of the year The Wurstmarkt, […]

September 8, 2023 ×

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ABC in KMC: OctoberFest

ABC in KMC: OctoberFest

When service members are notified of their selection for an overseas assignment, they may feel a sense of anticipation for various reasons, including the opportunity to travel and immerse themselves in a new culture. This holds true for many service members in the Kaiserslautern Military Community, who may have missed […]

September 8, 2023 ×