Taste Of Germany In Texas?: Gruene And New Braunfels
Deep in the heart of Texas are two of the best kept historical German communities, which offer great amenities and lots of family summer fun to boot. New Braunfels and Gruene, Texas are located just minutes from the Guadalupe and Comal Rivers where inter-tubing lazily downriver is not only encouraged, but a must to experience the relaxed and laid back feeling of the old west. Top off your trip with great shopping, dining on local cuisine, swimming at the Schlitterbahn Water Park and the cool spring-fed waters of Landa Park. Stroll the shops of downtown New Braunfels and Gruene historic districts.
New Braunfels is the seat of Comal County, established by German settlers in 1845. Fall brings lots of festivals, and the Wurstfest Sausage Festival is celebrated annually in mid November. Saluting the “Best of the Wurst,” this festival features singing societies, dancing groups, traditional German bands, and sausages of every kind along with art shows, historical exhibits, and special events.
Gruene (pronounced Green) offers the ideal hill country getaway with many high-end accommodations. One being, The Gruene Inn Bed and Breakfast, which sits on the banks of the Guadalupe River located near the famous hall and Village of Gruene.