Almost two and a half hours east of Seattle, Leavenworth is just south of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Leavenworth, east of Seattle, is tucked along the base of the Cascades, and the location coupled with its Bavarian theme means you might just feel like you’re enjoying a little getaway to the Alps.
Start with wandering Front Street and exploring the German-themed restaurants and shops. If you want to get into the Alpine spirit of things, stop at restaurants like Munchen Haus and a beer and a brat on a bun topped with one of the many specialty mustards and sauces on the condiment bar.
Or try some schnitzel at Andreas Keller. Duck into the many shops tucked along this main drag, hang out in Front Street Park, or take a hike through Waterfront Park—both within steps of downtown.
If you stay longer than a day, branch out beyond the town and plan a hike in the surrounding hills. The area is also popular in the winter as the surrounding mountains get plenty of snow perfect for sledding, skiing, snowshoeing, and other wintry pastimes.
The city of Leavenworth hosts a different festival practically every month, but the biggest of them all is the annual Oktoberfest event.
