Frankenmuth

Frankenmuth FunShips Tasting & Tours Enjoy a 30, 60 or 90 minute ride on the Cass River aboard an intimate 12-person electric boat. While you relax, your captain will give you interesting facts and stories about the history of Frankenmuth. Be sure to ask about the wine and chocolate tour, too! Fantasy Carriage Company & Frankenmuth Carriage Company Both of these gorgeous carriages offer historical tours and drive by numerous Frankenmuth land- marks. You are sure to feel as if you have traveled back in time to a simpler way of life. Frankenmuth Glockenspiel Tower The Bavarian Inn Glockenspiel Tower houses a magnificent 35-bell carillon, a beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock, all imported from Germany. At Noon, 3pm, 6pm, and 9pm each day, the Bavarian Inn Glockenspiel plays several selections which are immediately followed by figurine movement depicting the legend of the Pied Piper of Hameln. Free to watch. Wilderness Trails Zoo This natural zoo covers 56-acres, feautring exotic animals such as primates, zebras, lions, reptiles, and parrots. There is a petting area and parakeet encounter for an up close and person adverture with the animals. Frankenmuth Historical Museum The Frankenmuth Historical Museum is a perfect place to learn about Frankenmuth's history from present day to 1845, when the Franconians first settled in our area. There is so much to learn and many fascinating stories to be told. St. Lorenz Lutheran Church When Frankenmuth's settlers came to town, the first thing they built was the St. Lorenz Church. Tour the sanctuary of this beautiful and historic site and learn about the story the stain glass windows depict. Free admission, call ahead. Zeilinger Wool Company & Frankenmuth Woolen Mill Both historic companies have been creating and manufacturing wool products since the earliest days of agriculture in Frankenmuth. Step back in time and learn how wool is harvested, processed, and even see the machines still used today to make socks, mittens, yarn and quilting materials. Free admission, call ahead. Grandpa Tiny's Farm Take a step back in time at this working Historical Farm. Your tour includes many hands on exhibits and learning experiences including petting the farm animals. William "Tiny" Zehnder (1919 – 2006) started this Farm based on his love for farming and that wholesome tradition continues. THE MANY TOURS OF FRANKENMUTH | 20 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

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