Things to Do in Ramstein

Ramstein is a town in Germany located on the western side of the country, just southwest of Frankfurt. The city is home to an United States Air Force base, Ramstein Air Base, making a large percentage of the population military staff and their families. No matter if you are military or simply on vacation, you can find plenty of things to do in Ramstein that cater to a variety of interests.

Visit City Museum

  • The City Museum (no website; Miesenbacher Street 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach; 011-49-06371-838186) is located right in the center of Ramstein. There, you can spend the day learning the city's history, exploring the old country store located within walking distance of the museum and exploring any number of the visiting exhibits that the museum features. A variety of lectures, presentations and concerts are also offered throughout the year. You can visit the museum Tuesday through Sunday between the hours of 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Relax at Azur Water World

  • For a little recreation during your stay in Ramstein, consider visiting the Azur Water World (freizeitbad-azur.de) for hours of aquatic fun for the entire family. The facility has a huge community swimming pool and a paddling pool for younger children. Additionally, a hot tub and a sauna is available for those who want a spa experience. The facility also has a waterfall and a water slide. Hours of operation are 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday and holidays.

Golf at Woodlawn Golf Course

  • For more outdoor recreation during your stay in Ramstein, check out the Woodlawn Golf Course (woodlawngolf.com). During the on-season, the Woodlawn Golf Course offers activities for all ages, such as a kids day each Sunday when admission is free with an adult. The course also features Ladies' Day each Wednesday, and frequently offers days exclusively dedicated to Active Duty only. If you are not interested in doing any golfing yourself, consider attending one of the golf tournaments that Woodlawn Golf Course hosts.

Go to Haus des Burgers

  • Visiting a conference center might seem odd or boring if you do not have a meeting to attend, but not in Ramstein. The Haus des Burgers (hausdesbuergers.de) offers more than just accommodations for meetings and banquet facilities. It also features the local library, an Italian restaurant and even a bowling alley. Additionally, various events and festivals are held throughout the year, such as an International Brass and Drum Festival in July, and Oktoberfest.