Free Time
Stuttgart is more than work and errands. Find pools and mineral baths, local sports teams, classical music, riding and fishing.
And don’t miss the traditions that make the year special here, like Fasching, Silvester and the Almabtrieb cattle drive.
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Swimming
Swimming Pools and Mineral Baths
There are plenty of swimming pools and mineral baths in Stuttgart, perfect if you want to cool off, warm up, get fit, relax, or play with the kids!
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Sports
Stuttgart Sport Teams
Stuttgart was named European capital of sport in 2007. Soccer is the favorite, with American football, basketball, and ice hockey too.
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Carnival
Fasnet or Fasching in Stuttgart
Fasnet, Fasching, or maybe Karneval? Learn more about this holiday in different parts of Germany as well as what to look forward to in Stuttgart.
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Riding
Horseback Riding in Stuttgart
Horseback riding in the Stuttgart area: pony rides for kids, beginner classes, riding clubs, and equestrian events.
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Fishing
Fishing in Stuttgart
A helpful overview of how to get a fishing license, what regulations to follow, and good spots to go fishing in Stuttgart.
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Music
Classical Music Groups in Stuttgart
Love classical music? You can attend performances both in and around Stuttgart all year round. Here we introduce seven local groups.
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Traditions
Viehscheid / Almabtrieb
Viehscheid, or Almabtrieb, is the festive cattle drive home from Alpine pastures. Learn about this colorful fall tradition.
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Holidays
Silvester (New Year’s Eve)
Will you celebrate Silvester in Stuttgart? Read this post to discover a few particularities that set the German New Year’s traditions apart.
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