Americans have baseball and apple pie. Bavarian’s have brats, beer, and nutcrackers. Why nutcrackers, though? In Germany (and especially German Bavaria) nuts are common ingredient in desserts. The decorative, wooden handled, big mouthed pieces offered entertainment and a conversation piece as the family or guests awaited the final course. Leavenworth boasts our very own Nutcracker Museum, featuring everything from traditional German nutcrackers to historical stone pieces used as far back as the Roman Empire. Speaking of nutcrackers, that brings up another question…
Early Summer in Leavenworth is Best Enjoyed Outside
Leavenworth shines bright in the early summer months. Set on the sunny eastern slopes of the Cascade Range, Leavenworth’s mild, dry climate invites all to get outdoors and explore the region’s natural gifts. Whether [...]
WHY LEAVENWORTH’S MAIFEST SHOULD BE AT THE TOP OF YOUR LIST THIS SPRING
From the authentically alpine village to the Bavarian charm and outdoor adventure, could one possibly need more reasons to visit Leavenworth this spring? Highly doubtful, but should you, here’s what to expect at this spring’s [...]
10 REASONS TO EXTEND YOUR LEAVENWORTH GETAWAY THIS SPRING
Nothing beats the unrivaled beauty of Leavenworth in the spring. As the snow retreats and blossoms begin to color the hillsides, the small Bavarian-themed village tucked away in Washington’s North Central Cascades truly shines. From [...]
DINE AND SHOP THE DAYS AWAY IN LEAVENWORTH
Leavenworth draws visitors for many reasons, some come for festivals, outdoor adventures, or wine tasting, and most enjoy the Bavarian ambiance and picturesque scenery. But some of the best kept secrets are nestled in the [...]
Embracing The Leavenworth Way
The Leavenworth Way always includes a friendly “willkommen” to our visitors. We like to have fun and keep things light here on the sunny side of the Cascades, and we hope guests embrace our [...]
Trail Etiquette
Whether hiking the Blackbird Island Trail or mountain biking Freund Canyon, observing proper etiquette ensures everyone on the trail will have fun, safely. Trails during the summer can be particularly popular, making proper etiquette [...]
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