Frankenmuth — Travelrags

AfarAug 12, 2026

This “Little Bavaria” Town Has the Only German-Sanctioned Oktoberfest in the USA

It’s an odd place for a Bavarian village: right off I-75, on an exit flanked by drive-thrus and cornfields. But there, in the purlicue of Michigan’s mitt shape, sits an oasis of fachwerk architecture, ...

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OktoberfestFestivalHi Polka Friends, Bounce all night to our extraordinary lineup!
HofbräuhausRestaurantFirst to import beer, now a staple at Oktoberfests
Frankenmuth Cheese HausRestaurantWe specialize in an abundant selection of imported and domestic cheese.
Frankenmuth Fudge KitchenRestaurantDiscover the rich tradition of Frankenmuth Fudge Kitchen.
Bavarian Belle RiverboatFerry terminalAdmire foliage from the water
Frankenmuth FunShipsPlaceOffers wine-and-chocolate boat tours
Bronner’sSightWorld's largest Christmas store
Frankenmuth BreweryPubServes German-style lagers, pretzels, and schnitzel
Prost! Wine BarRestaurantOffers German heritage charcuterie board and rieslings
Station 100RestaurantFine dining establishment with a sleek rooftop bar
Bavarian Inn RestaurantRestaurantDining Hours Lunch and Dinner Menu Available Anytime Sunday-Thursday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday-Saturday 11:00 am – 9:00…
Bavarian Inn LodgeHotelHas restaurants, arcade, and indoor waterpark
Marv Herzog HotelHotelNamed for a famous polka musician, quiet position on river
The MillHotelBoutique property in a reimagined 19th-century flour mill
Zehnder’s MarketplaceMarket
Zehnder’sRestaurant

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