Public transport in Germany, and throughout Europe can be a great way to get around
2014-05-28
Public transport in Germany and throughout Europe is a great way to get around. Read More
Medical care in Stuttgart
2014-05-28
The medical care system for service members, retirees, civilians and their families in Germany consists of three main elements. Read More
Family and MWR: meeting needs of Stuttgart community
2014-05-28
As throngs of people gather on the grass with picnic blankets to enjoy yet another community special event, they are all secretly hoping to be one of the grand prize winners.Read More
The best and the ‘wurst’ of German food
2014-05-28
While the world-renowned bratwurst and beer is certainly a common staple of German cuisine, there’s a lot more variety in German food than that simple image conveys. Read More
Avoid these common VAT prohibited practices:
2014-05-28
Use of VAT forms is a privilege extended to personnel under the SOFA, but there are restrictions on the use of VAT forms. To avoid losing VAT relief privileges, avoid the following prohibited practices:Read More
Welcome to the Metric System!
2014-05-28
In Germany, and throughout Europe and much of the world, the system of measure known as the metric system is used. This system is based on base measurements in weight, distance, volume and area and measured in increments of 10, 100 and 1,000.Read More
The German shopping experience
2014-05-28
Upon arrival to Europe one of the first things many like to do is get out and do some shopping. Read More
Robinson Barracks Elementary/ Middle School
2014-05-28
Robinson Barracks Elementary/Middle School in Building 148 on Robinson Barracks services a student population of about 710, with about 80 teachers and administrators.Read More
Patch Elementary School
2014-05-28
Located in Building 2387, Patch Elementary School serves a student population of about 650 students, with 85 teachers and administrators.Read More
Stuttgart’s Future High School
2014-05-28
This illustration depicts the new school complex currently under construction adjacent to Panzer Kaserne.Read More
Enjoy local, cherished holiday traditions in Germany
2014-05-28
In Germany, Christmas casts a magical spell on cold and dark winter days. It’s a time to celebrate long-standing family traditions, regional customs and values.Read More
Oktoberfest: Millions flock to world’s largest festival
2014-05-28
Munich’s Oktoberfest is the world’s biggest festival; the quint-essential experience where German stereotypes dance to the beat of live bands, and it’s just two and a half hours by train or by car from Stuttgart.Read More
Cheers to the good times
2014-05-28
Visitors enjoy hearty food, beverages and German folk music at a fest tent during the “Cannstatter Volksfest” at the Cannstatter Wasen fest grounds in Bad Cannstatt. Typically, the event runs from the end of September through the second week of October and is the second largest Volksfest in the world.Read More
Stuttgart’s Frühlingsfest celebrates spring
2014-05-28
The annual Stuttgarter Frühlings-fest, or spring festival, typically runs from mid April through the second week of May at the Cannstatter Wasen fest grounds in Bad Cannstatt.Read More
DOD announces facilities adjustments in Europe
2014-05-27
The Department of Defense announced May 23 that it will fully return 21 sites to their host nations in Europe, saving the U.S. government approximately $60 million annually, according to a DOD news release.Read More