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Exploring Germany: Top Eats and Must-Try Experiences 🇩🇪

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Nicole Palomar

As a military family stationed in Germany, we love exploring new spots and trying out all the tasty and fun experiences Germany has to offer. From restaurants, cafés, to unique activities and hidden gems we’ve discovered. So if you’re up for discover...

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Best places to eat in or near Wiesbaden, Germany

Must-Do Family Experiences

Castles to Visit in Germany

Best places to eat in or near Wiesbaden, Germany

From tasty restaurants to cozy cafés and sweet treats. Perfect for anyone looking for delicious experiences in the area.

Great service. Great ambiance. Lots of vegatarian options (obvs with avocado in the recipe) with an option to add meat. I got the Pink Latté and the Avocado French Toast and it was delicious! Definitely going back again.

Avocateur

So glad we stopped by Café Maldaner in Wiesbaden this morning. it’s one of Germany’s oldest cafés, founded in 1859, and the first to earn the title Original Viennese Coffee House. We tried the Maldaner Breakfast for Two (cheese, sausages, jams, bread...

Maldaner1859 - Wiesbaden

Want the best toast sandwich? Get your fix here! From avocado toasts to croissants, this spot covers all your brunch cravings. We’ve gone here twice and they never disappoint. I ordered thhe Caprese toast with Käse, Pesto Cremé, Mozzarella, Tomate &a...

Un Petit Café

Ate at Du & Ich three times and never disappointed. They have breakfast, all-day meals and great lemonades! And GENEROUS portions too! It’s often recommended by military folks as well, so you know it’s solid. 👌

Du & Ich

Must-Do Family Experiences

Visiting Frankfurt with kids? Opel Zoo is such a fun spot! It’s huge! With one of the largest elephant enclosures in Germany 🐘. They’ve also got animals you don’t usually see at other zoos, plus camel and pony rides (for older kids). And the petting...

Opel Zoo

Visiting Wiesbaden, Germany this fall? 🍂 You have to check out Paul’s Bauernhof! 🎃 We went last year when the theme was airplanes and came back this year for the dinosaur theme 🦕🦖and it did not disappoint. Tickets were just €15 for my husband an...

Paul's Bauernhof

Castles to Visit in Germany

Germany is packed with storybook castles, each perched dramatically on a hilltop like it’s straight out of a fantasy movie. Whether you’re chasing royal history, jaw-dropping views, or just a good reason to say “we hiked up another one,” these castle...

Neuschwanstein Castle (Schloss Neuschwanstein), the fairytale castle that inspired Disney’s Sleeping Beauty. Trust me, it’s magnificent in person. ✨ This was actually the first castle we visited since being stationed in Germany, and we went during t...

Neuschwanstein Castle

Hohenschwangau Castle (Schloss Hohenschwangau) Before King Ludwig II built Neuschwanstein, he grew up here in Hohenschwangau Castle. It’s painted a beautiful yellow and feels much more lived-in and cozy compared to its fairytale neighbor, Neuschwanst...

Hohenschwangau Castle

Eltz Castle (Burg Eltz) is a medieval gem tucked away in the Moselle Valley, surrounded by dense forest and mist, making it feel like a true step back in time. The castle has been owned by the same family for over 850 years, and the interior is packe...

Eltz Castle

One of my favorite castles in Germany, Burg Rheinstein sits perched above the Rhine River and offers arguably the best view along the entire river. The castle is a self-guided tour, which is perfect if you like exploring at your own pace instead of f...

Burg Rheinstein