There are some small towns and attractions in Ohio that make great day trip destinations no matter what time of year it is. German Village in Columbus, Ohio is one of those special places. Its architecture, local eateries, unique shops and history make it an ideal day trip destination no matter the season. In the spring and summer months, it’s unbelievably charming. And in the fall and winter months, it’s downright romantic.
Take a look:
Just south of downtown Columbus, you’ll find this quaint, historic village, which was settled by a large number of German immigrants in the mid-1800s.
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Despite economic decline in the early 1900s, it is now one of the best places to live in the Columbus area. Stroll the cobblestone streets and spend some time admiring the German architecture.
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Book lovers will want to stop at The Book Loft, which features 32 rooms of books. It’s a popular destination visitors love to explore.
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Rows and rows of book shelves—from the ceiling to the floor—will romance avid readers. (And at bargain prices, you’re sure to get a great deal.)
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There’s no shortage of delicious cuisine for lunch or dinner in German Village. Katzinger’s Delicatessen features a total of 77 different signature sandwiches.
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For the best German cuisine in the state, visit Schmidt’s Sausage Haus und Restaurant, which has been a well-known sausage haus in central Ohio since 1886.
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The Thurman Cafe features mouthwatering, overloaded burgers just waiting for a contender to take on the joint’s specialty: The Thurmanator.
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You’ll also want to visit the beautiful Schiller Park, which is named after Friedrich Schiller and was once a community meeting ground for the German settlement.
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During the summer months, you might even be able to catch some free “Shakespeare in the Park.” (Pictured is a summer evening performance of Hamlet.)
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No matter the season, German Village is a lovely day trip destination you’re sure to love. <3
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Have you ever been to German Village before? If so, share your photos with us and let us know what your experience was like!
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For more unique day trip destinations in Ohio, check out our previous article, The 12 Towns You Need To Visit In Ohio In 2017.
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