Neustadt leans hard into being part of the Pfalz, the winegrowing region that takes up much of the southern quarter of the German state of Rhineland-Pfalz.

In the village of Gravelotte, about 6 miles west of Metz, the Museum of the War of 1870 and the Annexation tells the story of a conflict whose consequences transformed Europe.

University of Bayreuth’s botanical garden is an indoor-outdoor oasis just 40 minutes north of the Army’s base in Grafenwoehr.

The world’s largest pumpkin exhibition takes over the Blühendes gardens in Ludwigsburg each fall, filling the grounds outside the Baroque palace with elaborate sculptures made from thousands of gourds.

Frankfurt’s ‘little market hall’ offers international flavors, fresh produce and local favorites, making it a must-visit food market for tourists and locals alike.

The self-proclaimed “first interactive math museum in the world” near Wiesbaden explores math concepts in an easily digestible ways.

Pinot & Co. in Bad Dürkheim serves a standout schnitzel alongside rotating seasonal specials in a relaxed setting.

The Museum of the First World War in Ingolstadt, Germany, blends immersive exhibits with authentic weaponry and shocking photographs.

Anglesey Abbey is a historic estate known for its Jacobean-style country house, 98 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds, and a working mill.

Pegasus Spiele, a German game publisher, opens the doors of their warehouse a few times a year offering substantial discounts for board game enthusiasts.