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New Braunfels, Texas
New Braunfels, Texas
390 S. Seguin Ave
New Braunfels, TX 78130
info@innewbraunfels.com
1-800-572-2626
www.playinnewbraunfels.com

New Braunfels

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You’d be hard pressed to find a place quite like New Braunfels, Texas, a stunning Hill Country destination less than an hour from Austin and San Antonio. Known for its fascinating, well-preserved German heritage and its Hill Country food, wine, and entertainment, New Braunfels is a place where old really does meet new. Home to museums and cultural attractions, a world-famous waterpark, natural caverns, fly fishing, roots music and authentic regional cuisine, this welcoming city offers memory making fun for everyone.  

It all started back in 1845 when a group of settlers from Braunfels, Germany found paradise in what is now Texas Hill Country, choosing a scenic area for their settlement at the intersection of the Guadalupe and Comal Rivers. The backdrop is just as lovely today as it was then, and along with its natural beauty, there are now many things to do. In fact, New Braunfels is known for an overabundance of exciting attractions, making it one of the region’s most popular weekend getaways.  

Start off by getting to know the history of New Braunfels at the Sophienburg Museum & Archives, a lovely, limestone-walled structure showcasing the town’s German roots through local artifacts and photographs. Sample authentic German cuisine at one of the numerous restaurants and bakeries around town. Be sure to stick around for one of the many local events centered on German heritage, including the 10-day German food, beer and culture festival, Wurstfest; Folkfest, which celebrates the region’s pioneer past, and Wassailfest, a holiday shopping extravaganza serving hot mulled wassail at every stop. 

No surprise, the two rivers that meet in New Braunfels mean there’s plenty of waterfront fun. Visitors and locals alike enjoy swimming and tubing in the cool waters of the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers, a satisfying way to beat the summer heat. The Guadalupe River is also one the region’s top trout fishing destinations and is a great place to try your hand at fly fishing.

Paddling enthusiasts will also find plenty of fun on the water, which is why Kayak and Canoe Outfitters are ready to help with the right vessel and gear.  

Speaking of water, New Braunfels is home to one of the top waterparks in the region, Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Resort, a true bucket list item for families. Enjoy Texas-sized thrills at this multi-faceted attraction, which includes spectacular water slides and rides, wave pools, not-so-lazy rivers, kids’ attractions, swim up bars and more.  

Even more family friendly adventures await at Natural Bridge Caverns, an eye-popping natural wonder that includes one of the largest explorable caverns in Texas. Head underground and see breathtaking rock formations formed over hundreds of thousands of years.  

Comal County Courthouse in New Braunfels, Texas.

Choose a tour that provides a leisurely pace, or one that’s filled with challenges. New Braunfels also has plenty to do for animal lovers, including the 450-acre Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, a drive through experience that is home to giraffes, zebras, ostriches, and many other exotic and native animals. To spot even more critters, visit Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo, a long-time New Braunfels attraction where you can see numerous animals, including lemurs, foxes, gators, crocs, and a wide variety of snakes.  

New Braunfels is also a haven for retail therapy and fine dining. Settle into a day of shopping at the many local boutiques downtown. Dine on local farm to table fare, mouthwatering Tex-Mex, German cuisine and much more at the many restaurants throughout the area. Don’t miss a taste of the Hill Country’s well-regarded winemaking with a visit to Dry Comal Creek Vineyards or the Vineyard at Gruene. If beer is your thing, make a beeline to one of several local breweries, or embark on the Hill Country Craft Beer Trail, which starts in New Braunfels. 

No visit to New Braunfels is complete without a stop in Gruene, a former town now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Nestled on the eastern bank of the Guadalupe River just north of town, Gruene is now actually part of the New Braunfels city limits. Enjoy eclectic shops and local restaurants, and be sure to catch a show at Gruene Hall, the longest continuously operating dance hall in Texas.  

After all the fun, choose one of New Braunfels many overnight accommodations, including hotels, inns, rentals, and bed-and-breakfasts. There’s something for every preference.  

For a getaway like no other, plan your visit to New Braunfels today.  

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New Braunfels, Texas
New Braunfels, Texas
390 S. Seguin Ave
New Braunfels, TX 78130
1-800-572-2626
www.playinnewbraunfels.com

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