Pedestrian or "Fussgänger" zones can be found in many cities and towns throughout Germany and usually offer a variety of specialty stores and retail outlets. The larger the pedestrian zone, the larger the variety of shopping, and Stuttgart's Königstrasse, pictured here, is one of the largest and most popular shopping streets in Germany. - Photo by Thinkstockphotos.com

Upon arrival to Europe one of the first things many like to do is get out and do some shopping. Read More

Battery boxes, like this one standing guard outside the exit to the Panzer Commissary, are the right way to dispose of old dry cell batteries like D, AA, AAA and 9 volt. Photo by John Reese, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Public Affairs.

Public Affairs USAG Stuttgart In each of the three major counties in the Stuttgart area, there are differences in how trash and recyclables are handled. For on post residents, things are relatively simple. Clearly labeled containers are available in all housing areas, and the online guide details what items canRead More