Frankenmuth Travel Guide

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Enjoy one of the world’s largest Christmas stores, alpine buildings and beer and wine festivals in this enchanting city sometimes called Little Bavaria.

Germanic architecture and customs are what distinguish Frankenmuth, a quaint city of wineries, breweries and Lutheran churches, from other Michigan towns. Set up in the 19th century by Lutheran evangelists, the town presents itself as an old-fashioned and idyllic German village. Attend festivals celebrating such fierce German traditions as beer, Bavaria and Christmas.

For an appreciation of proud local rituals, drop in at a pub or inn in the downtown village-like zone, which is decorated like a typical German hamlet in the 1800s. Charming European façades adorn buildings with antiquated or Germanic names, such as Cheese Haus and Prost.

Explore the seven galleries of the Frankenmuth Historical Museum, which celebrates the heritage and traditions of Germany’s historic Franconia region. Walk along the footpath that crosses the Cass River to reach the modern River Place Shops. The Bavarian Belle Riverboat takes passengers on trips around the downtown district.

On the river’s northern bank stands the Lager Mill Brewing Museum, containing more than 450 artisanal beers from across the globe. Try local wines at St. Julian Winery on the city’s northern outskirts. Head west to see the enchanting 19th-century St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, built to remind worshippers of the city’s Franconian origins.

Nowhere is Frankenmuth’s quaint ambiance better evoked than at Grandpa Tiny’s Farm, where you can pet animals as you learn about Bavarian farming traditions. Find out about Grandpa William “Tiny” Zehnder, who is known affectionately by locals as Mr. Frankenmuth. Across the road is the alpine cottage of Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, displaying festive treasures year-round beside its large snowman and Santa models.

The city lies between Flint and Saginaw in Saginaw County, Michigan. Drive south from the southern end of Saginaw Bay to get here in about 30 minutes. Visit other landmarks in the area, including Huron-Manistee National Forest, the Roscommon State Forest Area and Detroit.

Frankenmuth is a little slice of old-world Europe in Michigan.

Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
3 out of 5
1 Covered Bridge Ln, Frankenmuth, MI
The price is ₹11,427 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
₹11,427
₹16,234 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Frankenmuth. Enjoy free parking, 4 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,030 reviews)
"Water park and amenities were great for the kids!"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Drury Inn & Suites Frankenmuth
Drury Inn & Suites Frankenmuth
3 out of 5
260 S Main St, Frankenmuth, MI
The price is ₹11,351 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
₹11,351
₹12,827 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankenmuth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Family get away
"Nice room and close to downtown and I could walk around even with my knee replacement I didn’t have any problems and the pool was nice and so was the hot tub I just wish that the pool was heated but the staff was very friendly and answered any questions that I had but the dining area was a little ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2024

Drury Inn & Suites Frankenmuth
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
926 South Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI
The price is ₹10,928 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹10,928
₹12,349 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this golf hotel in Frankenmuth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Good variety at breakfast."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth, an IHG Hotel
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Sonder Gabriel Richard
Sonder Gabriel Richard
3.5 out of 5
305 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Detroit. Enjoy a fitness centre, concierge services and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (981 reviews)
Great stay for big events at any downtown Detroit
"Great location. Comfortable. Felt safe."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Sonder Gabriel Richard
Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
3.5 out of 5
139 Cadillac Square, Detroit, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Detroit. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (420 reviews)
"Could walk to everything. A colorful part of town."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
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Exhibit A2
4 out of 5
212 S 4th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ann Arbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Michigan Stadium and Ann Arbor ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
"I had a very positive experience overall. Only drawback is the security deposit issue. Although I had already paid the deposit, I kept receiving "urging" email every single day for more than a month, I was asked to give them different bank account several times and it was very annoying. This system ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2024

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A lovely town. So pretty and charming.

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Not your typical American Downtown! A bit commercialised but somehow it works and is very pleasant. The Main Street is well maintained with a profusion of flower beds. Makes you smile.

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