Closed Roads in Sickinger Land: Vehicles Prohibited; FCK Reinforces New Defense Players; Climber Plummets from Twin Bridges
In and Around the Sickingen Region: Your Guide to May 24 Events and Road Closures
Stay informed about the latest happenings in and around Kaiserslautern, Pirmasens, Zweibrücken, Kusel, and Donnersberg. Here is a rundown of key events and road closures for May 24, 2025:
Car-Free Cycling Experience Day in Landstuhl
Announcing a unique activity for cyclists in the Sickingen region! Today, roads from Landstuhl to Steinalben will be reserved exclusively for pedal-powered transportation. The 20-kilometer route offers various food options, children's activities, live music, and free admission to Burg Nanstein in Landstuhl. Road closures will be in effect from 9 am to 6 pm.
Sunday Shopping in Kaiserslautern
Get ready for another round of Sunday shopping in Kaiserslautern tomorrow, May 25. Stores in the city center and industrial estate will be open, offering numerous promotions. Simultaneously, the traditional Lautrer Maikerwe will take place at the exhibition grounds. Free parking will be available in city spaces, as on every Sunday.
New Children's Hiking Trail in Potzberg
Adventure awaits children at the new "Wuseline in the Wichtelwald" hiking trail on Potzberg in the Kusel district. The music-themed trail, which is roughly 3 kilometers long, features 32 stations with riddles, musical mushrooms, and various instruments for curious young explorers to try out. The trail begins and ends at the Wildpark Potzberg car park.
Free Warm Meal and Services for Homeless in Kaiserslautern
For those in difficult life situations, a "Feel-good Sunday" event is being held in Kaiserslautern's St. Martin parish hall on May 25. Homeless individuals can receive free medical assistance, a warm meal, coffee, cake, and haircuts. The event starts at 1 pm.
New FCK Defender Joins the Team
FCK has signed Simon Asta, a new defender, marking the team's first summer signing. Asta, a right-back, is joining from SpVgg Greuther Fürth and brings a wealth of experience, having made 24 appearances for German national youth teams.
Dance Evening at Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern
Tonight, Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern invites you to a sneak peek of its new dance event, "Back to you - back to you." Choreographed by Nitsan Margaliot, the performance explores the human desire to control and understand time. Rehearsals will be open to the public, and audience members can engage in conversation with the artistic team from 6 to 7 PM. The premiere is scheduled for May 31.
DRP Schedule for New Season
The Deutsche Radio Philharmonie Saarbrücken Kaiserslautern has revealed its schedule for the upcoming season. With Josep Pons as the new chief conductor, the orchestra aims to focus on a thematic theme - "Visions of Europe" - to revive the diversity of Europe. Additional projects will include a celebration of German poet and nun Hildegard von Bingen.
Community Invited to Design Piko-Park in Zweibrücken
Zweibrücken residents have an opportunity to design their own Piko-Park today. These miniature, naturally designed park areas aim to provide a retreat for various wildlife, including lizards and hummingbirds. The first Piko-Park will be created on Schwalbenstraße and is open for suggestions from the public until 3 PM today.
Comprehensive Security Concept for Rhineland-Palatinate Day
Approximately 225,000 visitors are expected to attend Rhineland-Palatinate Day in Neustadt an der Weinstraße, which starts today. Police have developed an extensive security concept to ensure the safety of attendees over the three-day event.
Bike Action Against Antisemitism in Kaiserslautern
Following the destruction of Stolpersteine, a bike action against antisemitism is taking place today in Kaiserslautern. Participants will meet at the main train station and cycle through the city to raise awareness and show solidarity.
Relief for Commuters: Road in Kusel District Reopens
After a year-long closure, commuters between Wolfstein and Einöllen in the Kusel district can now travel with ease. Construction renovations on the state road 384 have been completed, and the route is once again in use.
Maikerwe 2025: Ghostrider and Family Day in Kaiserslautern
The annual Maikerwe, a fair offering a variety of rides, begins today in Kaiserslautern and continues until June 2. Visitors can enjoy numerous attractions, with a focus on safety, as the police remind guests not to bring weapons or knives onto the site and will conduct increased personal checks.
Evangelical Church of the Palatinate: Reducing Church Districts
The Spring Synod of the Evangelical Church of the Palatinate has decided to reduce the number of church districts from 15 to 4 in the future. The goal is to save administration costs and personnel. Changes will take effect by 2028, and the work of the diakonia will also alter, primarily offering digital consulting services.
Day of Sustainability in Zweibrücken City Library
Zweibrücken City Library invites you to join in a "Day of Sustainability" today. Attendees can shop for bargains at a book flea market or swap plants and outdoor games. Additionally, the head of the Zweibrücken Rose Garden will explain his sustainable practices in a lecture. The event runs from 12 pm to 6 pm in Zweibrücken City Library.
- In Landstuhl on May 24, a car-free cycling experience is being held, with roads closed for pedal-powered transportation from 9 am to 6 pm, offering food, children's activities, live music, and free admission to Burg Nanstein.
- For those interested in fashion and beauty, Sunday Shopping in Kaiserslautern will take place tomorrow, May 25, with stores open and promotions available.
- For food and drink enthusiasts visiting the Sickingen region, the traditional Lautrer Maikerwe will take place at the exhibition grounds simultaneously with Sunday shopping.
- For pet owners and home-and-garden lovers, a new children's hiking trail named "Wuseline in the Wichtelwald" is available in Potzberg, with various musical-themed stations and instruments for young explorers.
- For those interested in relationships, a dance evening titled "Back to you - back to you" will take place at Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern, offering a sneak peek of the performance and an opportunity to engage in conversation with the artistic team.
- For travelers, a comprehensive security concept has been developed for Rhineland-Palatinate Day, which starts today, ensuring the safety of approximately 225,000 visitors over the three-day event in Neustadt an der Weinstraße.
