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I'm currently in AIT training to become a 13 Fox. My orders are to go to Vilseck.(I assume 2nd CAV. We were only told a location) I am just curious as to what the day to day life would be. Along with the weekends and what there is to do as a 19 year old in Germany. Also any tips. Thanks in advance
Vilseck
Germany
Duty Stations
Posted >1 y ago
Responses: 20
I wasn't at Vilseck, but at Landstuhl many moons ago. When you get there, as soon as you are stable and have the money and the European drivers license, get yourself a car. When you are not in the field and have weekends off, get in said car and travel around to many places. If you don't plan on getting a car, learn the Bahnhoff (train station) system well. Don't stay on base. Leave base. Travel. Do things. Visit your local MWR office for trips and events. If you intend to drink over there (you can be under 21 and drink in bars off base) DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT drink and drive. If you EVER come into the crosshairs of the Polezei, be polite and courteous at ALL times. Don't do anything stupid with them. Those cops DO NOT mess around. One place I recommend is the monastery called Kreuztberg (or burg). I can't remember exactly where it is, but I think it is somewhere between Schweinfurt and Wursburg. GREAT BEER. And as soon as you can, get to a German Restaurant and order the Jagerschnitzel. SO SO YUMMY.
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MSG (Join to see)
SPC (Join to see) - You should see the Polezei when they come across a Neo Nazi. I witnessed a (one sided) confrontation once. Gave me nightmares.
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PO1 Cliff Heath
I just found out they are going to KATTERBACH I am not sure what her husband's MOS is.
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SSgt Boyd Welch
Situational awareness is key given the migrant situation in Germany right now. Just a word of advice, dress to blend in, and not overtly American. Try to have a buddy with you when off base. Stay safe and as mentioned above, do NOT screw with the Polezei. They will hurt you first and ask questions much later.....
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Prepare to have your mind blown. I spent 5 years with 2nd CAV in Vilseck from 2006-2011. It was the best unit I've been in and you'll have an amazing time in Germany. The unit trains hard, but you will have plenty of down time to enjoy Bavaria. Make sure you get out of the barracks on the weekends and you will have a great time.
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