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Medieval Germany: Castles and Commoners

Would you have been a commoner or a noble in medieval Germany? Find out what life was like during the Middle Ages at these castles and open-air museums.

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The best medieval festivals in Europe

Here is your resource to finding historical-reenactment festivals in 2025 near you. Figure out how to find small local fairs and huge multi-day themed events.

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Climate is the highlight at new interactive exhibit

A new interactive exhibit at GONDWANA - Das Praehistorium highlights Earth’s climate history.

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A day of picking strawberries (erdbeeren)

Savor Summer by picking strawberries (erdbeeren) at one of the many German pick-your-own farms and freezing a few for later.

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Nürburgring’s racetrack

Throughout the years motorcycle, truck, Formula One and Grand Prix racing were all added to the list of spectacles, and today, the Nürburgring’s racetrack serves not only as a place to view racing but one to partake in the driving yourself.

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Suzie Q sniffs out the best of Oberammergau

Everywhere you look in Oberammergau, there are beautiful looking and smelling flowers! 

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Remstal Museum Night: where history comes alive

Museums, archives, wineries and cultural spaces in over a dozen towns will welcome visitors deep into the night with music, storytelling, history tours, tastings, and interactive programs.

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Confessions in Lederhosen: A spring fest tradition with a twist

My lederhosen make two annual appearances: Spring Fest and Fall Fest.

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Fun times at Freisen Medieval Market

The Freisen Medieval Markets are some of the largest medieval markets in the Rhineland-Pfalz area and they offer something for everyone.

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Germany’s Love of Forests

More than just a place to spend time, German forests have a special quality all their own, with a heritage going back to ancient times.

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Come one, come all to the baptism spectacle and knight tournament in Göppingen

From May 29 to June 1, 2025, StauferWald in Göppingen will transform into a world of knights, jesters and medieval sounds.

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From towers to terraces: A springtime escape to Besigheim

Founded in the 12th century and fortified by the 13th, Besigheim is now a postcard-worthy destination known for its half-timbered houses, hillside vineyards and quiet charm.

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Check out the Pfälzerwald

For those who like outdoor adventuring, the Pfälzerwald offers a variety of opportunities

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The secret uranium project in Haigerloch during World War II

In the small town of Haigerloch, a secret nuclear research facility was established where German scientists studied the potential of uranium for energy production and possibly the development of an atomic bomb.

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