"Spangdahlem, Germany" Spangdahlem by JAFA-Rease

Spangdahlem Travel Guide: 25 reviews and 44 photos

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Spangdahlem as a jumping off point for the Eifel

Spangdahlem is a quiet and friendly little village, located next to a loud Air Force base.

This page will probably be most useful to you if you are going to be stationed here soon, or if you are visiting someone stationed here.

Most of the locals speak both German and English. You can also find a lot of Americans here.

While Spangdahlem itself does not have a lot to offer, there is quite a bit to do in the local area. Spangdahlem sits in the "Eifel" region of Germany and is used as a vacation spot for many other Europeans. The tips I'll be generating for Spangdahlem will actually be tips for things to do within a 1/2 hour drive of Spangdahlem. While I haven't built the pages for these areas yet, many folks have. They include (in no particular order):
Trier
Bitburg
Berncastel-Kues
Cochem (see my Cochem page)
Pruem
The Mosel river region
Echternach (Luxembourg)
Manderscheid
Wittlich
Dudeldorf (for the Christmas Market)
Philippsheim (see my Philippsheim page)
Polich or Poelich (see the page)

The Eifel is a hilly region with many small villages, vineyards, "Volksmarching" (Hiking) trails and plenty of good restaurants.

Though not all at the same time, I've lived in this area for over 10 years now.

Spangdahlem, scenic in the summer

Spangdahlem - Looking to the Northwest

Like most of Germany, Spangdahlem is very green and beautiful to see in the summer. In the winter it's still scenic, but you might want a few extra layers of clothes on...

Spangdahlem GREEN

Spangdahlem - Looking to the North

Sorry, but I like to do things bass ackwards sometimes. Here is Spangdahlem in the Summer.

Pros and Cons

Pros:The locals are friendly
Cons:If you aren't used to jet noise, it can be distracting
In a nutshell:A small and friendly German village

Last visit to Spangdahlem: Aug 2004
Intro Updated Aug 8, 2004
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Reviews (17)

Why not stop in for a drink... - Spangdahlem

Why Not? Nightlife (2)

The Why Not is a small bar in Spangdahlem that has an adjoining Turkish fast food place during the day. The owner is... more travel advice

Earlier in the day, before everyone showed up.." - Spangdahlem

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Seating outside as well, for those rare sunny days - Spangdahlem

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The German "Kanteen" is a very simple, down to earth restaurant. The help is friendly and the atmosphere is casual. This... more travel advice

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Comments (21)

rurick Jun 27, 2009 at 6:11 PM Report Abuse

WOW! I was stationed at Spang from 1978 to 1985 - I am glad to see that MOM's still exists as this was one of the best restaurants in the area - I can still taste the cordon bleu with jaeger sauce - hmmmmm. Thanks for the updates!! Rick C Msgt, USAF (ret)
MeisterEMH Jun 26, 2008 at 3:35 PM Report Abuse

another phrase(s) for those bilinugals: Was ist los? Der Hund ist los! Wie geht es ihnen? Nein, der gate ist open, that's why der Hund ist los!
bralex52 Jun 5, 2007 at 12:54 AM Report Abuse

That place was very good and cheap when I was stationed there between 93-97. How soon are you going to get something up there for moms? i am heading over in 2 weeks
Ericasmurf99 Oct 5, 2006 at 5:06 PM Report Abuse

I was at Spangdahlem 2002-2004 at the 606 ACS. Man what a great time! My only regret is not taking more photos...
jamesmack Apr 6, 2006 at 11:33 AM Report Abuse

great pic jafa-rease. brought many great memories of my time there 1988-1992. just hope to get to return for a visit there real soon. keep up the good work. jim mcallister
pepples46 Nov 21, 2004 at 12:02 AM Report Abuse

ja, Eifler Platt is special: esch, mesch, desch un uus...who can resist it. you done great Rease. wonderful off the beaten path page, made me all sentimental. Gruesse!
Lise47 Sep 19, 2004 at 6:16 PM Report Abuse

Nice site and great tips! Can't wait to visit. Will you be the tour guide???
terps94 Aug 23, 2004 at 3:12 AM Report Abuse

Nice page!! I always prefer that area over Ktown. the wine tasting in Mosel, the pigfest in Wittlick and of course the winefest in Bernkastel..
BerniShand Jul 22, 2004 at 2:48 PM Report Abuse

ok, so l pack snowshoes, umbrella and swimsuit, that shouls cover everything, and no mushy peas enjoyed reading this page, we have similar tractor drivers in the UK
Urzu Jul 21, 2004 at 8:58 AM Report Abuse

Nice pics Rease ;-) , but I DO believe you are in BIG trouble now!!!! Anyway I enjoyed it!!