Most People Have No Idea Just How Unique This Village In Ohio Truly Is
There are some small towns and attractions in Ohio that make great day trip destinations no matter what time of year it is. German Village in Columbus, Ohio is one of those special places. Its architecture, local eateries, unique shops and history make it an ideal day trip destination no matter the season. In the spring and summer months, it’s unbelievably charming. And in the fall and winter months, it’s downright romantic.
Take a look:
Just south of downtown Columbus, you'll find this quaint, historic village, which was settled by a large number of German immigrants in the mid-1800s.
Despite economic decline in the early 1900s, it is now one of the best places to live in the Columbus area. Stroll the cobblestone streets and spend some time admiring the German architecture.
Rows and rows of book shelves—from the ceiling to the floor—will romance avid readers. (And at bargain prices, you're sure to get a great deal.)
April Dray/Only In Your State
There's no shortage of delicious cuisine for lunch or dinner in German Village. Katzinger’s Delicatessen features a total of 77 different signature sandwiches.
For the best German cuisine in the state, visit Schmidt’s Sausage Haus und Restaurant, which has been a well-known sausage haus in central Ohio since 1886.
You'll also want to visit the beautiful Schiller Park, which is named after Friedrich Schiller and was once a community meeting ground for the German settlement.
April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.
