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…
Leavenworth in the Spring
Ah! Nothing beats the unrivaled beauty of Leavenworth in the Spring. The snow is melting, and the fabulous foliage of the Cascades has begun to blossom. This is when this small Bavarian Village begins [...]
Leavenworth in the Fall
Autumn in Leavenworth is simply the best time to visit this German-inspired area. Not only are the local produce stands overflowing with tree-ripened fruit, but Leavenworth is host to some of the finest outdoor recreation [...]
Summer in Leavenworth
If you are looking for the perfect summer getaway in the Pacific Northwest, look no further than Leavenworth, Washington. This little slice of Bavaria sits in the shadows of the eastern slope of the [...]
The 7 Best Things to Do in Leavenworth in May
Ah! Nothing beats the unrivaled beauty of Leavenworth in the Spring. The snow is melting, and the fabulous foliage of the Cascades has begun to blossom. This is when this quaint Bavarian-style town begins [...]
Village of Lights-Christmastown!
NEW CHANGES IN DECEMBER & MORE OPPORTUNITES FOR MONTH-LONG CHRISTMAS FUN! Christmastown will be back in 2023! Check back for all of the details! Leavenworth has done it again! A town [...]
The seven best early summer activities to do in Leavenworth
Early summer is the time to get outdoors and explore all that Leavenworth has to offer. When the school is out, it's time to start planning some summer fun! Whether your itinerary involves exploring [...]
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