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Willkommen
to Frankenmuth, Michigan's Little Bavaria
There are a great number of things for you and your family to do in Frankenmuth. With festivities year round, the town welcomes visitors with Bavarian hospitality regardless of the season. Whether it's a day trip for the family or a weekend retreat with friends, Frankenmuth is the perfect destination to recharge, renew and refresh. From fantastic food, eclectic shopping and entertainment, to rich historical beauty and culture, it's the ideal departure from the ordinary every day. Visit anytime and count the ways you can enjoy everything Frankenmuth has to offer.
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The Simple Joys of Life
Willkommen. In German it means welcome.
An offer to come and join in. Something we don't hear enough of these days.
Well, there is a place that's all about being welcome.
Welcome to family time.
Welcome to playtime.
Welcome to Christmas time all year long.
Welcome to Frankenmuth.
Michigan's little Bavaria, where we find all the things that make time together so meaningful. It's a place of horse-drawn carriages and covered bridges. Of riverboat cruises and world famous chicken dinners.
Of big water parks and small-town strolls. So when we need to simplify the agenda, when we need to spend the whole day with our kids, instead of just hearing about it right before bed, stop by and feel the warm welcome of Frankenmuth, where you are sure to find the simple joys of life.
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| Bavarian Belle Riverboat
925 South Main Street, D-3 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 1-866-808-BOAT 
Enjoy a fabulous narrated tour of Frankenmuth on the Cass River aboard our 150 passenger authentic paddlewheel riverboat, the "Bavarian Belle." Ramped, handicap-accessible dock. |
| Bavarian Inn Lodge
One Covered Bridge Lane Frankenmuth MI, 48734 888-77-LODGE
Bavarian-themed family resort. 7 acres under one roof! Featuring 5 indoor pools, 3 whirl-pools, 360 unique guest rooms, indoor 18-hole mini golf, 2 lounges, nightly entertainment, 2 gift shops, 4 tennis courts, and Oma's Restaurant. |
| Bringin' Back the 80's Festival
PO Box 301 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-8008
Peg your stonewashed jeans, tease your hair and grab your friends because it is your chance to relive the 80's at the 6th Annual Bringin' Back the 80's celebration! Outrageous Live Cover Bands, Best Dressed Contest, Retro Rec Room, Breakdancing Shows, Poker Tournament, Rubik's Cube Champion on stage and much more. Friday 4pm-12am and Saturday 6pm-12am. Only $7 admission. Don't worry about the weather, it's indoor! Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. 989-652-8008, big80s@charter.net, www.myspace.com/80s_fest, www.80sFest.org.
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| Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland
25 Christmas Lane Frankenmuth MI, 48734 800-ALL-YEAR
World's largest Christmas store. A shopper's dream with over 50,000 trims and gifts. Bronner's amazing store is the size of 1 1/2 football fields. Open 361 days a year. Christmas Lane is illuminated nightly. Also visit the Silent Night Chapel open year round. |
| Cass River Bar & Game Room
925 South Main Street, D-1 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-3070 Features non-alcoholic beverages as well as a full bar and a casual menu for lunch and dinner. Available for meetings and get togethers. Great arcades & redemption center. Classic skee ball to DDR!
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| Fantasy Carriage Company, Inc.
Located on Mill Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 777-4757
Enjoy a "fantasy" horse-drawn carriage ride, back in time, through the streets of historic Frankenmuth. Starting just south of Zehnder's Restaurant parking lot, tours include historical sites as well as Main Street attractions.
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| Frankenmuth Carriage Company
Under the Glockenspeil near Bavarian Inn Rest. Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-3101 Come enjoy! A beautiful 20 or 40 minutre horsedrawn carriage ride through charming downtown Frankenmuth. Highlights include the covered bridge, River Place and our spectacular Main Street. We are stationed on the south side of the Bavarian Inn Restaurant under the Glockenspiel clock tower. |
| Frankenmuth FunShips
On Main Street next to the Frankenmuth Brewery Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-3400
Experience the beauty of the Cass River aboard a 12 passenger electric boat. Your captain sets the stage for a relaxing and informative cruise in a quiet setting of tasteful luxury. Charter the entire boat or join us on one of our scheduled "open cruises." Another fun-filled option is to rent our "paddle yourself" Aqua Cycle. A treat for one person or your entire family. ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE, TAKE HOME THE MEMORY. |
| Frankenmuth Historical Association
613 South Main Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-9701
Take an interactive trip through time in our History Museum or browse the unique locally produced treasures in our gift shop. Best entertainment value in town. Museum admission: $2 adults, $1 students, $5 family pass.
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| Frankenmuth Hobby Center
925 South Main Street, D-5 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-6777
RC models, plastic models, airplanes, cars, trucks, helicopters and more! |
| Frankenmuth Jellystone Park Camp-Resort
1339 Weiss Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 800-558-2954
Camp in Frankenmuth with Yogi Bear. Campstore, playground, LP sales, indoor pool & spa, game-room, daily activities, themed weekends, and mini golf. Open all year.
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| Frankenmuth River Place
925 South Main Street, D-2 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 800-600-0105
Fun! Food! Fudge! For all ages. A European-style village with 30 unique shops and attractions including: Bavarian Belle riverboat tours.
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| Grandpa Tiny's Farm
7775 Weiss Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-5437
A working historical and petting farm. Personal guided tours and narrated horse-drawn wagon rides included with admission. Farm market and country store.
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| Harvest Coffeehouse & Beanery, The
626 South Main Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-2203
The Harvest Coffeehouse & Beanery provides a wide variety of fresh-roasted whole bean coffee from around the world! We also offer a variety of tea, smoothies, chai, mochas, fresh baked goods and a light lunch menu. Free WiFi access and live entertainment. |
| Michigan's Big Country Fest
PO Box 301 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-8008
Frankenmuth's newest festival! Slip on your cowboy boots, tip your hat and swing on over to the 1st Annual MI's Big Country Fest!
Enjoy Live Bands, Beer & Mixed Drinks, Mechanical Bull, BBQ, Bar Stool Racing, Hot Dog Eating Contest, Volleyball Tournament, Vendors, Line Dancing and Lessons, Look-a-Like Contest and many more exciting activities that are in store for you! Check the website for details.
2010 Bands: STEEL WHEELS, MANDI LAYNE & THE LOST HIGHWAY, STONE COLD, DUSTIN REINHART.
$8 admission, free parking, handicapped accessible. Located in Hertiage Park. |
| Michigan's Own Military & Space Museum
1250 South Weiss Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-8005
The only museum of its kind in the U.S. Featuring uniform displays of Michigan Veterans of our six foreign wars and the space program. Closed January and February
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| RAM Productions, Inc.
PO Box 204 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 800-FUN-FEST
Coordinators of the Summer Music Fest and Oktoberfest.
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| St. Julian Wine Co.
127 South Main Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-3281
Michigan's oldest wine company. Home of the award winning Solera Cream Sherry. Daily video tours and tasting! Wine, champagne, spumante and juices. Now also producing brandies and vodka.
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| Ultimate Mirror Maze/River Sweets Candy
925 South Main Street, C-4 Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-3711
Our maze consists of over 2000 square feet of mirrors, endless hallways and dead ends. Your challenge is to get lost, and then find your way out. Backwards or forwards, it is never the same experience twice. It just may be the most bewildering experience you have ever encountered. "The Vault" laser beam challenge is now open. Come and feel like you're in the newest spy movies working your way through our state of the art laser alarm system. Are you up to the challenge? |
| Wolcott Winery
445 South Main Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 (989) 652-3400 Wolcott Winery has opened a tasting room in the Frankenmuth FunShips Building, next to the Frankenmuth Brewery. Specializing in Michigan Wines, and featuring a unique Wine & Chocolate Tasting Experience. |
| Zehnder's Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark
1365 South Main Street Frankenmuth MI, 48734 800-863-7999
Whimsical water playground for the entire family! Four-level indoor water park featuring 146 deluxe guest rooms, video arcade and restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Adjacent to Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland.
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| Cinema Hollywood
12280 Dixie Highway Birch Run MI, 48415 (989) 624-3461
Mid-Michigan's movie palace. Featuring first-run movies in a luxurious setting. Amenities include high-backed rocker chairs, 10 stadium seating auditoriums, digital sound and a full service bar.
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| Dixie Motor Speedway
10945 Dixie Highway Birch Run MI, 48415 (989) 624-9778
Michigan's premier 4 tenths mile paved oval family oriented action packed excitement. Footage from Dixie's "Eve of Destruction" featured on Discovery Channel Wreckreation Nation.
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| Wilderness Trails Zoo
11721 Gera Road Birch Run MI, 48415 (989) 624-6177
52 acres of lions, tigers, and bears...OH MY! Plus zebras and camels. Enjoy a sack lunch in the picnic area, pet all the animals in the petting area and enjoy the gift shop.
Open 7 days a week 10am-6pm. |
| Junction Valley Railroad
7065 Dixie Highway Bridgeport MI, 48722 (989) 777-3480
World's largest 1/4 size railroad train ride. Featuring bridges, trestles, tunnels, and roundhouse. A complete railroad with playground, picnic area, concession stand and hobby shop. Family affordable fun.
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| Johnny Panther Quests
8065 East Coldwater Road Davison MI, 48423 (810) 653-3859
Scenic boat tours through Michigan's largest wildlife/bald eagle habitat. Rated a "GEM" attraction by AAA. By reservation, weather permitting. Only twenty minutes from Frankenmuth. |
| Genesee County Parks and Recreation
5045 Stanley Road Flint MI, 48506 (810) 736-7100
11,000 acres of parkland including Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad, Stepping Stone Falls and picnic area. The Genesee Belle paddlewheel riverboat, and Wolverine campground, 4 beaches, the Mounds ORV area, Richfield Park, BMX track, For-Mar Nature Preserve, Arboretum, and various fishing sites.
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| Rusch Entertainment
Freeland MI Freeland MI, 48623 (989) 781-1553
Frankenmuth's Favorite Wedding & Corporate Entertainment Since 1971: CEYX Band (Best of the Best), Disc Jockys Band, Dueling Pianos, Guitarist, Harpists, Pianists, Karaoke, Hypnotists, Magicians, Comedians! Voted Best In Entertainment by The Knot Brides 2010. |
| Dow Gardens
1809 Eastman Avenue Midland MI, 48640 (989) 631-2677
A 110 acre botanical garden located on the estate of Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow |
| Great Lakes Loons
825 East Main Street Midland MI, 48640 (989) 837-2255
The Great Lakes Loons are a Single-A Affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers and are members of the MidWest League. The Loons schedule consists of 140 games (70 home games and 70 away) played April through the first week in September of each year. The Loons play their home games in Dow Diamond in Midland, Michigan. The Loons mission is to provide fun, friendly, affordable family entertainment while maintaining a service excellence in everything we do.
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| Midland Community Tennis Center
900 East Wackerly Midland MI, 48642 (989) 631-6151
Michigan's largest and most dynamic tennis facility. The catalyst for the best tennis town in the USA. Home of Michigan's only pro tennis. |
| Johnson's Giant Pumpkins
4715 North Portsmouth Road Saginaw MI, 48601 (989) 752-3133
A farm store with unique handmade crafts, live demonstrations and a 13 acre corn maze. Enjoy fresh homemade donuts and cider. |
| Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra
201 North Washington Avenue Saginaw MI, 48607 (989) 755-6471
Established in 1935, the Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra is a non-profit organization serving the greater Saginaw Valley . The SBSO is a fully professional ensemble which draws its musicians from throughout Michigan and features nationally and world classical concerts. In addition to classical concerts, the SBSO has produced a wide variety of chamber, pops, educational and historic concerts. |
| Saginaw Spirit
The Dow Event Center Saginaw MI, 48607 (989) 497-7747
The Saginaw Spirit Hockey Club provides Mid-Michigan with world class sports entertainment through the Ontario Hockey League, an official supplier to the NHL. Our team provides affordable family entertainment while developing young athletes into successful people on and off the ice.
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| Keepsake Collection
517 East Saginaw Street St. Louis MI, 48880 (989) 681-4023
Promoting art & craft shows throughout Michigan! |
| Ber-Wa-Ga-Na Campground
2601 West Sanilac Road Vassar MI, 48768 (989) 673-7125
67 acres of up north wooded nature campground. |
| Orchard Auction & Stable, The
5966 West Sanilac Road Vassar MI, 48768 (989) 823-3352
We are located only 15 minutes from Frankenmuth. Come join us for a relaxing 2 mile trail ride through the orchard. Open May through October. Reservations suggested. |
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