Discover A Tiny German Town with Big Bavarian Traditions

On a horse-drawn carriage ride or holiday lights tour — there’s no shortage of ways to feel the warm nostalgia of Frankenmuth.

Browse a European-style village of shops and pop in to sample hand-paddled fudge & toffee. Wander cobblestone walks to quaint boutiques, and experience the magic of the world’s largest Christmas store, Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland. Go skating on the outdoor Frankenmuth Ice Rink or catch a holiday Spectacular Musical Tree Show — and find more in this cozy German Christmas town than you could ever enjoy in just a single trip!

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Top Things to Do in Frankenmuth

The greeting around Frankenmuth is "willkommen" (the German word for welcome), and you're sure to feel the warm sentiment and German inspiration all throughout your getaway in Michigan's Little Bavaria!

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How to Spend a Weekend in Frankenmuth

Find yourself immersed in German heritage, dine on world-famous flavors, experience Michigan's oldest microbrewery, indulge in fantasy carriage rides, and remember what it feels like to unwind. You’re in Frankenmuth for the weekend with nothing but time, and good times are definitely ahead!

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How to Spend a Weekend in Frankenmuth with Kids

Travel to Frankenmuth, Michigan for a weekend with your family and be ready for all kinds of over-the-top fun! This town is known as “Little Bavaria,” but it’s home to two of Michigan’s top indoor waterparks and the world’s largest Christmas store, making it a must-stop for more than 3 million who visit annually.

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How to Spend a Day Indoors in Frankenmuth

When your itinerary includes outdoor gallivanting but Mother Nature has other plans, look to this guide for weatherproof ways to make the most of a day indoors in Frankenmuth!

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How to Spend a Day Indoors with Kids in Frankenmuth

When you planned on clear skies & sunshine, but Mother Nature has something different in mind — look to this guide for weatherproof ways to spend the day indoors as a family in Frankenmuth!

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