Stripes Europe

Top 3 sites to visit in Barcelona

The best part of Barcelona is the wide array of things to do for, literally, anyone! Here are the top 3 sites to get you started.

Explore Roman history at the Hechingen-Stein Villa Rusticae

Discover Roman history, a villa rusticae, an open archaeological dig site and more at the Roman Open-Air Museum Hechingen-Stein less than an hour from Stuttgart.

At the Munich Oktoberfest, every large beer tent has its own beer garden, which makes for a cosy get-together for a snack. The view from above of many people eating at different tables.

Oktoberfest Survival Guide

Over two weeks you’ll find massive tents full of songs and beer, plus parades, carnival rides and food at Oktoberfest.

Cattle drive down from the mountain pastures in Pertisau

Embracing Germany's alpine cattle drives

The “Almabtrieb” or “Viehscheid” is the annual Alpine cattle drive which takes place in the high altitudes of the Bavarian mountains. It’s an event you won’t want to miss.

Travel

Making wine with the Romans in Pommern

I attended Pommern’s annual Roman and Celtic Festival where thousands of years of the city’s history came to life at the Martberg temple complex.

Your Community

This Weekend in Germany

Lifestyle

Why is the Ritter Sport chocolate square?

The Ritter Sport factory is located in Waldenbuch, Germany which is about 15-30 minutes from USAG Stuttgart. While factory tours are not offered, there are a few other ways to enjoy the headquarters and learn more about the brand.

Kids

Meet the Dandelions of the Stars and Stripes Science Lab

Five local students came out and filmed three activities from our latest Dandelions magazine: creating a spooky science lab, making invisible ink and making Venetian masks.

Military Life

Serving with pride: Army NCO throws Team USA curveball

Nowack helped lead the 2026 USA Future’s Women’s Softball Team team to a flawless 6-0 record against elite international competition in a premier international softball event, Border Battle XVI.