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Leavenworth’s Main Street reflects the modeling of a true Bavarian village. The street is a primary attraction for residents and visitors alike and has become the mainstay for this now thriving community. Despite the town’s popularity for beer, bratwurst and other German delights, Leavenworth’s location in the central part of the state makes it a great place for residents to enjoy a wide variety of other attractions and recreations.

From flowing streams to massive bodies of water, Leavenworth is a paradise for those who love the outdoors. The Leavenwoth Audubon Center is a 5.5 acre sanctuary that overlooks the Wenatchee River. Visitors can experience nature up close and personal while learning about the many birds, fish and other wildlife that live in this biologically diverse region. During the winter months, residents here can enjoy snow activities such as downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and snowboarding. In the summertime, locals take to the foothills for camping, hiking, biking, rock climbing, horseback riding and so much more. The many lakes and slow-moving rivers make for great swimming and boating spots while some feature small beach heads where sunbathers can relax along the shorelines of the fresh mountain waters. In all, the vast area surrounding Leavenworth provides recreational enthusiasts with four seasons of activity and adventure. From water skiing on Lake Wenatchee to backpacking through the world-famous Alpine Lakes Wilderness, this area has it all and so much more.

Major attractions in Leavenworth include the famous Aplets and Cotlets Candy Factory, Icicle Junction Activity Center, Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum, Ohme Gardens County Park, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Upper Valley Museum and the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center. All make for great day trips for people of all ages and provide for the perfect escape from the doldrums of everyday life. Leavenworth also just happens to be located in one of Washington’s wine countries. A total of eight wineries are located in the immediate area including Chateau Faire Le Pont Winery which is a state of the art, ultra premium winery.

The future of Leavenworth is as hopeful as its past is inspiring. The people of Leavenworth have created a civic spirit that drives future growth and community development. The most current project is to realize a long held dream of many citizens to establish a Leavenworth Civic Center. This center will be home to theatre, business and commercial functions, as well as town festivals and events. In the meantime, Leavenworth continues to expand and develop into the most outstanding Bavarian Village this side of the Atlantic Ocean. The people of Leavenworth remain the town’s biggest asset and it is those people who will continue to drive this community forward.

All you need to do is take one look at Leavenworth to realize that this town is a truly unique place to live, work and play. Besides the total renovation of the downtown area, Leavenworth today is host to many attractive special events such as the Autumn Leaf Festival, Maifest and the extremely popular Christmas Lighting Ceremony. Due to its Bavarian makeover, Leavenworth is now a pillar in the Pacific Northwest’s tourism industry. Today, more than a million tourists visit Leavenworth each year.

Whether you are relocating to the area, looking for a vacation home, or are interested in investment properties, many spectacular opportunities await in the town of Leavenworth.