About New Ulm
The most German city in America sits on the banks of the Cottonwood River in south-central Minnesota, where a 45-foot Hermann the German monument watches over a community that still celebrates its Bavarian heritage with genuine pride. Schell's Brewery — the second-oldest family brewery in the country — anchors a craft beverage scene that draws visitors from across the Midwest.
Plan Your Trip
Best Time to Visit
October for Oktoberfest celebrations; summer for outdoor festivals and Schell's Brewery tours; winter for the Fasching carnival.
Getting There
Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) is 100 miles north via US-14. By car: 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities, 2 hours from Sioux Falls.
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Best Time to Visit
October for Oktoberfest celebrations; summer for outdoor festivals and Schell's Brewery tours; winter for the Fasching carnival.
Suggested Trip Length
A long weekend
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Getting There
Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) is 100 miles north via US-14. By car: 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities, 2 hours from Sioux Falls.
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