New Glarus - New Glarus

background

New Glarus is a small community in Wisconsin, also known as America's little Switzerland. New Glarus was founded in 1845 by immigrants from Switzerland. Nestled in the beautiful hills of Green County, Wisconsin, this small, lovely community has retained its Swiss charm to this day. From alpine architecture to colorful, flower-adorned windows to original Swiss cuisine, you will find a lot of the typical culture here. Many buildings and shops are written in German and you occasionally meet people with Swiss surnames.

getting there

By plane

The next bigger airport, the Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, is about 60 kilometers away. The nearest international airports are General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee (180 km) and O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois (210 km).

By train

By bus

In the street

The best way to get to New Glarus by car is via Highway 69. From Madison, drive south on Highway 151/18 and at Exit 77 onto Hwy 69 or, as a small abbreviation, Exit 79 onto County Hwy Pb. Both roads lead to Hwy 92 where you have to drive west. Highway 92 then leads back to Hwy 69 and thus directly to New Glarus. Simply take Hwy 69 from Monroe.

It is a 30-minute drive from Madison, 20 minutes from Monroe, 1 3/4 hours from Milwaukee (via Madison) and 2 1/2 hours from Chicago.

mobility

Once you arrive by car, the car is also a very good means of transport in the village itself. Parking spaces are available in many places, but the car can often simply be parked on the side of the road. Since New Glarus is quite small, walking is just as easy. Practically all sights and restaurants are within walking distance, and since long distances are generally covered by car in the USA, a walk is a welcome change. Since it is also possible to rent bicycles (see Activities), this is another way of exploring the village. Public transport, on the other hand, does not exist in New Glarus.

Tourist Attractions

The village is already a sight in itself because of its alpine architectural style and the loving decorations. But there are also other attractions:

• 42.81378-89.634881  Chalet of the Golden Fleece, 618 2nd Street, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2510, Email: [email protected]..Collections of antiques and treasures from the collection of Edwin Barlow. The building was built in 1937 and is an authentic copy of a Bern chalet. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places.Open: Memorial Day through Labor Day, Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. On festival weekends also on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Price: Adults US $ 8, children and young people US $ 6.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)
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• 42.81404-89.640492  Swiss Historical Village, 612 7th Avenue, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2317. The museum was opened in 1942 and consists of 14 buildings that tell something about the history of New Glarus. Among other things, a school, a school and a church can be visited.Open: From May 1st to October 15th daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Price: adults US $ 9, children US $ 3).Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.81493-89.645451  Swiss Center of North America, 507 Durst Road, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-6565, Email: [email protected]. The cultural center is dedicated to the care and remembrance of the Swiss heritage. In addition to a library with German-language books, there are also smaller exhibitions here.Open: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• New Glarus Cows on Parade; 14 fiberglass cows, all painted by local artists, are scattered throughout the village. Who can find everyone?

activities

Sports

Biking or hiking; e.g. on the Sugar River Trail or the Badger State Trail; Bike rental: New Glarus Chamber of Commerce, 418 Railroad St; Tel .: 1 (608) 527-2095 or 1 (800) 527-6838; The State Trail Pass is required for cycling on the two trails from the age of 16: $ 4.00 / 20.00 (day pass / annual pass), can be obtained from Chamber of Commerce, Chalet Landhaus Inn or Swiss Aire Motel.
golf; Argue-Ment Golf Course; N9603 Argue Rd (approx 8km away); Tel .: 1 (608) 527-6366 or Edelweiss Country Club; W4764 Edelweiss Rd (approx. 5km away); Tel .: 1 (608) 527-2315.
Fly fishing; there are nearly a dozen creeks within Green County; Info at the Chamber of Commerce: 418 Railroad St; Tel .: 1 (608) 527-2095 or 1 (800) 527-6838.
bowling; Swiss Lanes Bowling; 1019 Highway 69; Tel .: 1 (608) 527-2414.
Mini golf; Swissland Miniature Golf; 700 Highway 69; Tel .: 1 (608) 527-5605.
swim; New Glarus Pool; Village Park (between Railroad St and 2nd St); Tel .: 1 (608) 527-5095; Opening times: every afternoon from June to August; Admission: $ 5.00 / 3.00 (E / K).

Events

• Music Fest, a weekend in May with many concerts
• Polka feast from Friday to Sunday in June with lots of polka music
• That takes place on the last weekend in June Heidi Festival instead of. In high school, the play is after Johanna Spyri listed. Stalls for music, food and drink and handicrafts have been set up in the city.
• The Swiss folk festival takes place on the weekend after August 1st. The program is reminiscent of the city's Swiss roots. Alphorn blowers, yodellers, flag throwers and other artists perform.
• End of August / beginning of September: Willhelm Tell Festival, based on an open-air play Friedrich Schiller
• Oktoberfest on a weekend in September

shop

kitchen

Many restaurants in New Glarus offer Swiss specialties. You can find cheese fondue, bratwurst and hash browns on the menus. Of course there are also alternatives such as grill or pizzeria as well as fast food restaurants like everywhere else in America.

• 42.81264-89.631881  Chalet country house restaurant, 801 State Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-5234..Swiss and American cuisine.Open: Breakfast: Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Dinner: Tuesday to Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)
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• 42.81601-89.635262  Cow & Quince, 407 2nd Street, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2900. Organic restaurant.Open: Thursday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Additionally on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.80582-89.632293  Culver's, 1405 State Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-5690, Fax: 1-608-527-5180. Fast food chain with burgers, salads, soups & desserts.Open: Daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.81527-89.634954  Kristi's restaurant, 119 5th Avenue, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2012..Bistro and restaurant with American cuisine.Open: Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)
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• 42.81469-89.634245  New Glarus Hotel Restaurant, 100 6th Avenue, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-5244, Email: [email protected]..The restaurant is in a former hotel and offers Swiss cuisine. Live music on Friday and Saturday.Open: Monday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9.30 p.m., Sunday from 10.30 a.m. to 8 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)
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• 42.8136-89.632636  Sugar River Pizza Company, 700 Railroad Street, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-5000. Pizza and pasta.Open: Monday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday from 12 a.m. to 9 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.81469-89.634247  Ticino pizzeria, 100 6th Avenue, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-5245, Email: [email protected]..Pizzeria.Open: Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)
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• 42.81557-89.635298  Tofflers Pub & Grill, 200 5th Avenue, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2490. Pub with beer, burgers and live music.Open: Monday to Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 a.m., Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

nightlife

accommodation

• 42.81264-89.631881  Chalet Landhaus Inn, 801 State Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-5234, Email: [email protected]..The hotel has an indoor pool and sauna. The breakfast buffet, Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., is included in the room rate.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)
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• 42.80867-89.632152  Swiss Aire Motel, 1200 State Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2138, Email: [email protected]. From March to October there is a breakfast buffet on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for a surcharge.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

health

• 42.80946-89.632251  Hometown Pharmacy, 1101 State Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2517, Fax: 608-527-2107. Open: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

Practical advice

• 42.81562-89.632612  New Glarus Chamber of Commerce, 418 Railroad Street, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2095. Open: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.81468-89.632843  USPS Post Office, 10 6th Avenue, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2416. Open: Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.8165-89.635474  New Glarus Public Library, 319 2nd Street, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-527-2003, Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

• 42.80395-89.63185  Laundry Center & Storage, 1500 State Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574. Tel.: 1-608-620-4287. The wash center is located on the site of a car wash.Last change: May 2017 (information may be out of date)

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Web links

• http://www.newglarusvillage.com (en) - Official website of New Glarus