The Massive Cheese Shop in Michigan That Takes Nearly All Day to Explore

Calling all cheese lovers! Whether you're looking for a specific type of cheese to add to your macaroni or several compatible flavors to take your charcuterie board from good to great, there's one massive cheese shop in Michigan that's your answer to everything cheese-related. So, pack up the car and let's get cheesy.

You'll find this massive Michigan cheese shop in the delightful Bavarian-themed village in Sagniaw County with which it shares its name: Frankenmuth. Although surrounded by rural towns and agriculture-based businesses, this town of slightly more than 5,000 residents is a bit of a regional anomaly: It's a popular tourist destination that draws in excess of 3 million visitors every year.

People are drawn to the town because it has leaned so far into the Bavarian roots of its founders that it has practically become German; or at least, it emulates a touristy version of the region's cultures in its restaurants, architecture, festivals—including its massively popular Christmas events—and, of course, shops. Among these is the very shop that brings here today: the massive Frankenmuth Cheese Haus, a veritable palace of cheese.

With more than half a century in business, it’s no wonder that so many people turn to the Frankenmuth Cheese Haus for all of their cheese needs. With a store of this size, you're going to want to make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to check out everything.

Less a "shop," this store is more like a supercenter for all things related to cheese. Frankenmuth Cheese Haus carries over 200 different types of cheeses, including cheese spreads, jams, jellies, and anything you could think of to pair with cheese.

This specialty cheese store makes several products in-house, including several flavors of cheese spreads and flavored cheese. From the ordinary to the extraordinary, you'll want to fill your cart with all of the unique items here. Chocolate-flavored cheese? That's right! It's one of their most popular items, so don't knock it until you've tried it. While you'll find several international cheeses and products, you can always bet on a local section where you can find all sorts of products that are purely Michigan.

You might even find yourself with a few souvenirs to take home. Frankenmuth Cheese Haus also ships anywhere in the country, making it a great gift option for those who have moved out of state but may be craving a slice of home. Visit Frankenmuth Cheese Haus at its website for more information. Have you ever visited this massive cheese shop in Michigan? What are some other stores in the Great Lakes State where you could spend most of a day? We'd love to hear about your favorites on our Nomination page.

We love the town of Frankenmuth so much that we think it's one of Michigan's most charming small towns, and it's the perfect place to visit for a unique day trip. You can even use Only In Your State’s AI-powered itinerary planner to plan your small-town adventures in the Great Lakes State.