Pirmasens is an independent City in the federal state of Rhineland-Palatinate. It is located in the western part of the state in the Palatinate region. The City has a long history and was once an important location for the shoe industry in Deutschland.

Pirmasens is known for its shoe museums, including the German Shoe Museum and the Museum of the City of Pirmasens, which document the history of the shoe industry and the development of shoe manufacturing in the region. There are also numerous stores and boutiques selling shoes and leather goods.

The City has a well-preserved old town with many historic buildings and squares. Some examples are the Pirmasens City Museum and the Age Town Hall. The Schlossplatz is a popular location for visitors and offers a beautiful view over the City.

There are numerous parks and green spaces in Pirmasens, such as the Stadionpark and the Stadtpark, which invite you to go for a walk and relax.

Pirmasens is well connected to other cities and regions via the A6 and A8 highways and the Mannheim-Saarbrücken and Ludwigshafen-Saarbrücken railroad lines.