Leavenworth, Wa

Leavenworth, Washington is a super rad little town about an hour west of Wenatchee, smack dab in the middle of the North Cascade mountain range. The town is modeled after a Bavarian village from the middle ages, a virtual re-creation of  Rothenburg. The roughly 2000 inhabitants have mountains that are Alps-ish in a way, with steep faces and jagged edges. Winding canyon roads take visitors to a variety of amazing locations, prime for rock climbing and mountain biking. 

The town is chock full of great shops selling trinkets, nut crackers, and if you are really in the spirit they do sell legit Lederhosen, the traditional Bavarian attire for men. The food in Leavenworth is quite phenomenal to be honest; a real taste of Germany. There are a number of authentic restaurants and even an outdoor cook house that sells sausage. Yum! 

I am bummed to admit that I missed this year's Oktoberfest in Leavenworth; seeing as the whole town is based off German heritage why wouldn't they celebrate such a great holiday? The festivities include everything from live music and dancing to keg tapping and German cuisine. Now that sounds like a good time! I am planning to attend next years Oktoberfest and may make it over there for a weekend of camping a exciting adventures, so stay tuned for more updates and great destinations!

Albinorhino- enjoying some beer.