5 Frankenmuth Summer Hacks for You, Your Friends, & Family

A sun-sparkled sky, water-spritzed fountain splashes, flower-lined streets, and horse-drawn carriages…Frankenmuth is where German charm meets small town Michigan hospitality.

With the warm weather season underway, now is the time to discover or rediscover your home away from home. So, willkommen to summer in Frankenmuth.

Here are 5 TIPS to help you make the most of your upcoming trips:

1). Uncover the Inside Scoop for Tips, Deals, & More

Visit the Frankenmuth Visitor Center to get the ‘inside scoop’ from a local’s perspective on top things to see and do in town. Also be sure to pick up your FREE Visitor’s Guide and Coupon Book for travel tips, exciting experiences, deals, and more!

2). Explore the Events Calendar for Festival Fun All-Season-Long

Take a sneak peek at our events calendar to learn more about the happenings of Frankenmuth during your stay. Try to catch us during one of our hottest summer festivals: Flower Festival, Summer Music Fest, Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival, Auto Fest, or Oktoberfest, just to name a few.

3). Reserve Your Soon-To-Be Favorite Memory

Be sure to call ahead. Whether you are hoping to swing through the trees of the Frankenmuth Aerial Park, PedAle Trolley through town, feast to Frankenmuth’s world-famous chicken dinners, find a new favorite restaurant, navigate through the World’s Largest CHRISTmas Store, tour historic museums, or kayak the Cass, solidify your spot to have the personalized experience you have been dreaming up…

4). Travel Midweek for the Trip of a Lifetime

Travel midweek for a crowd-beat. Yes, it’s true. If you take your trip midweek, you will most likely have a chance to venture through town with more ease and less crowds. Plan ahead to take advantage of your getaway.

5). Find the Flowers of Little Bavaria

A German-inspired favorite in Frankenmuth is the beautiful cascading flowers and enchanting landscapes that enhance the town's warm welcome. So take a trip through town, whether you find yourself walking, touring on the Golden Ticket Trolley, The New Frankenmuth Carriage Company, or Fantasy Carriage Company, or even taking advantage of the Frankenmuth Shuttle (available seasonally). Soak up the scenery and experience the culture while basking in the beauty of Michigan's Little Bavaria.

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