This German Christmas village is a road trip from Toronto and it's full of holiday magic
It's brimming with European vibes.
A village with German architecture.
Germany is a magical place to visit during the holiday season. If you've been craving a little taste of Europe but don't want a lengthy flight or expensive plane ticket, then you may want to head to this dreamy village instead.
Frankenmuth, located just over 4 hours from Toronto in Michigan, is a unique destination known for its German heritage and German architecture.
It has year-round Christmas charm and was even named one of the nine "most Christmassy towns in America" by Time Magazine. Dubbed "Michigan's Little Bavaria," the town features European vibes, twinkling streets, authentic dishes and more.
If you're planning a trip to Frankenmuth for the holidays, there's lots to keep you busy and in the festive spirit.
One of the highlights of the area is Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland. According to the website, it's the "world's largest Christmas store" and is brimming with over 50,000 pieces of decor and gifts.
You can shop for all sorts of ornaments and festive trinkets while visiting this spot.
Other enchanting attractions and events in Frankenmuth include the Musical Tree Show, Little Bavaria's Driving Light Tour, skating at Zehnder Park and meeting reindeer at Grandpa Tiny’s Farm.
You can also spend some time exploring the shops and snapping festive pics at the photo ops throughout the town.
You won't want to leave without digging into some traditional German food, such as the "world-famous" chicken dinners from Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth and Bavarian Inn Restaurant.
With European charm, old-world vibes and German heritage, this spot is a magical place for a Christmas getaway.
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.