Hubby and I went to Leavenworth, Wa. for a Less Stress Getaway. We were surprised that it took only an hour and a half (at most) to get there. This once dying timber and rail town turned itself into an alpine Bavarian village...successfully. It is so charming with its beautiful mountain backdrop, Icicle Creek, and many evergreen trees.
Leavenworth is known for its Bavarian festivals, great shopping, and myriad of outdoor activities. Everything in town has that alpine flair, even the gas station sign. 
This was a cute German wagon all decked out in front of the main park.
I don't think there are too many post offices cuter than this one.
We were sitting on a grassy hill in the park that overlooked downtown.
This Oompah band of two guys were entertaining the tourists. Just a drummer and an accordian player, but they were good! When they started playing...of all things..."Viva Espana", my hubby and I had to sing the chorus!
We got our picture taken with a local gent.
Gorgeous flower pots and baskets just like this one were all over town. Notice the colorful painting on the wall behind it. That was everywhere, too.
Just so you know you are still in the U.S. Could this man's smile be any bigger?!
I loved this post! We have a similar Bavarian Town about an hour or less from us and it's just as gorgeous...except for the mountainous backdrop...ours sits among flat but beautiful farm fields for miles around! It's so fun to visit and see all the German-themed buildings and gorgeous flowers. I am so glad you enjoyed your Stress Less time!
ReplyDeleteXOXO
Joni
PS: New to your blog and I love it!