So much snow!  With February breaking snowfall amount records, many of us are feeling the winter blues.  Now is the perfect time to plan a getaway to New Ulm!  Plus there are added perks to visiting New Ulm this time of year including lower hotel rates and no crowds to fight!

Want to plan a winter getaway to New Ulm?  There is plenty to keep you busy here!  Here are a few ideas:

Chill Out (outdoor fun):

• Snowshoe/Ski at Flandrau State Park – rent equipment on site
• Glockenspiel – performance 3x daily
• Hermann Monument – on the national-register!  You can’t climb to the top this time of year, but it is still worth checking out!
• Downtown Walking Tour – self-guided – pick up map at Visitor Center
• Snowmobile trails
• Ice Skating – indoor & outdoor rinks – skate rental available
• New Ulm Steel Hockey – catch a game (NA3HL) – technically this is indoor, but bundle up for this experience!

Warm Up (indoor fun):

• Brown County History Museum – hands-on exhibits, don’t miss the national-award-winning US-Dakota War exhibit on the 3rd floor!
• Schell’s Brewery – tours available on the weekends, but grounds and gift shop open daily! Visit the Museum of Brewing on site too!
• New Ulm Cathedral – aw-inspiring interior with artwork by nationally-known local artists
• Turner Hall – MN’s oldest bar – check out the 1873 murals in the rathskeller!
• The Grand Center for Arts & Culture – art exhibits, gift shop, plus live music/food/drinks on Fri & Sat nights!
• Shopping – you’ve heard of New Ulm boutiques and specialty shops – come see what all the buzz is about!
• Dining – from sauerkraut to steak to enchiladas, we’ve got it all!
• Movie Theater – catch a flick!
• Bowling – how’s your game?  
• Newest hot spots in New Ulm?  Experience the Starkeller Brewery & Tap Room and The Retz 227 Speakeasy – both are a little hard to find, but well worth the search!
• Most of our other attractions are open by appointment year-round!  Click here for contact info.

These are just a few of the things you can experience when you visit New Ulm this winter/spring!  Click here for more trip ideas, lodging options, and more to help you plan your trip.

Photo credits:

• Brown County History Museum – Kyle Krenz/October MN, Hermann Monument – Adam/Foresee Studios