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Fall Get-A-Way Weekend to New Glarus, WI

Des Plaines Park District, Community Contributor

Fall Weekend Get-A-Way to “America’s Little Switzerland” New Glarus, Wisconsin 

Saturday, October 5 through Sunday, October 6, 2013

Nestled amongst the rolling hills of Southwestern Wisconsin, this enchanting village was established as a Swiss Colony in 1845 and has retained its Swiss charm in everything from Alpine-style architecture and colorful flower-filled window boxes down to gourmet Swiss and European food.

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Bring your bike and ride the Sugar River or Military Ridge Trails.Additional fee required. Bike transportation in the Park District trailer; please indicate if you are bringing a bike on your registration. Bike rentals available in New Glarus.

Trip includes:

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• Double occupancy at Chalet Landhaus Inn, New Glarus, WI, noted for traditional Swiss Hospitality and décor.

• Walking distance to shops, cater on the Sugar River Trail, indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and fitness room.

• Transportation in Park District mini-buses 

• Saturday Dinner includes authentic Swiss specialties. Please indicate your dinner choice on your registration: Wienerschnitzel, Swiss Meatballs OR Grilled Chicken Breast

• Sunday Buffet Breakfast

• Tours of the Swiss Historic Village Museum, Cave of the Mounds, Blue Mounds State Park and more

Trip leaves from the Prairie Lakes Community Center at 7:00am.

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