Our office will be open 10 am to 4 pm on Thursday July 4.
The July 4th Children’s Parade and the July 4th Community Parade will start at 8 am. The city will close Main Street about 10-15 minutes before the parades start. If you are checking out on July 4, you may return the key after the parade, which should end around noon. You will need to be out of the property at 11 am so housekeeping can clean the room for the next guests.
To guarantee entry to Enchanted Rock during busy times like the week of spring break and most weekends in the spring and fall, it is important that you purchase a day pass before driving out to the park.
There will be five entry portals during the day at Enchanted Rock, with a limited number of guest vehicles admitted during each of those. (For example, the first entry portal is 6:30 to 8:30 a.m.) Your pass will determine when they should arrive at the park for entry. Day passes are available up to 30 days in advance at this website: https://texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com If you have not made a reservation with Texas Parks & Wildlife before, they will need to first create an account on the website before purchasing their pass.
Again, a key element is to purchase a pass online before driving out to Enchanted Rock — while you have good connectivity on their phone or laptop computer.
Please visit the state parks website if you have additional questions.
December 6, 2018 CVB News — Special Alert
CVBnews — Special Alert
It is with great sadness that the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has announced the cancellation of the Light The Night Christmas Parade in Fredericksburg this coming Friday (December 7, 2018). With the increasing likelihood of electrical storms and high winds in the area on Friday night, the safety of the parade participants and parade attendees is the primary concern. The parade will be held again in 2019.
For other alternate weekend activities for local residents and visitors to Fredericksburg, see http://www.
Our office will be closed November 22, Thanksgiving Day.
If you have a reservation arriving Thanksgiving Day, your keys will be delivered, where appropriate, by the check-in time of 3 pm.
The path of totality of the 2024 eclipse will pass right over Fredericksburg.
Our reservation software cannot make reservations that far in advance. Please check with us in 2023.
Friday 12/29 – 9 am to 6 pm
Saturday 12/30 – 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday 12/31 – 10 am -4 pm
Monday 1/1 – CLOSED
If you are arriving on New Years Day, keys will be delivered where indicated by 3 pm. Please make sure to bring your confirmation letter and information sheet. The information sheet has the phone number of the owner or manager of the property you have rented, and they will be available after hours and all day New Years Day. Gastehaus Schmidt will not answer phones on New Years Day. If you leave a message about a problem on New Years Day, we will call the owner on January 2.
Happy New Year!
A number of attractions and wineries in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County will be open on New Year’s Day.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE PACIFIC WAR
311 E. Austin St.
(830) 997-8600
Open 9 AM – 5 PM
EISBAHN
Marktplatz
(830) 997-8600
Open 10 AM – 6 PM
ENCHANTED ROCK STATE NATURAL AREA
18 miles north on Ranch Road 965 (Milam St)
(830) 685-3636
Opens 8 AM
HISTORIC DISTRICT – Heart of Fredericksburg
FRITZTOWN CINEMA
2254 South US Hwy 87.
For information call (830) 990-6919
LUCKENBACH TEXAS
412 Luckenbach Town Loop, off RR 1376 on E. US Hwy 290
(830) 997-3224
Open 9 AM to close
WINERIES
4.0 CELLARS
10354 US Hwy 290
(830) 997-7470
Open 11 AM – 5 PM
ALEXANDER VINEYARDS
6360 Goehmann Lane
(830) 865-3975
Open 11 AM – 6 PM
BARONS CREEK VINEYARDS
5963 US Hwy 290
(830) 304-3000
Open 11AM – 5 PM
GRAPE CREEK VINEYARD
10587 E. US Hwy 290
(830) 644-2710
Open 11AM – 5:30 PM
MENDELBAUM CELLARS
10207 E. US Hwy 290
(830) 997-7000
Open 11 AM – 6 PM
TORRE DI PIETRA WINERY
10915 E. US Hwy. 290
(830) 644-2829
Open 10 AM – 5 PM
Information provided by Fredericksburg Visitor Center. Attraction information subject to change without notice. Please confirm prior to arrival. Last updated: 12-26-17
The Fredericksburg Vistors Center has not released a current list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day. We will update the list as soon as information is released.
Fredericksburg Restaurants Open Thanksgiving Day 2016
ANDY’S STEAK & SEAFOOD GRILL
413 S. Washington St (830) 997-3744
Open 11 AM – 2 PM Traditional Meal
AUGUST E’S
203 E. San Antonio (830) 997-1585
Seatings: 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM
Traditional Meal – Reservations highly recommended
AUSLANDER
323 E. Main 830-997-7714
Regular Menu Open 5 PM – 9 PM
BELLA SERA
1311 s. State Hwy 16 – 830-990-0140
11 AM to 10 PM | Regular Menu
CAMPO AZUL
803 S. Adams (830) 997-3161
Open 6 AM – 2 PM
CITY CAFÉ
505 W. Main, 830-307-3346
Open 11 AM – Sold Out Traditional Meal Only
CULTURES GRILL & BAR
318 E. Main; 830-997-8100
Open 11 AM – 4 PM Regular Menu
DAVID’S OLD FASHION PIT BBQ
342 W. Main (830) 997-7753
Open 7 AM – 3 PM
Breakfast Tacos, Traditional Meal & Regular Menu
H E B GROCERY & DELI
407 S. Adams, 830-997-9950
Open 6 AM – 2 PM
HILL COUNTRY DONUTS & KOLACHES
605 E. Main (830) 990-2424
Open 5 AM –1 PM
HILL TOP CAFÉ
10661 US Hwy 87 North (830) 997-8922
Open 11 AM – 3 PM
Traditional Meal-Reservations Highly Recommended
TAQUERIA JALISCO
1410 E. Main St., 830-990-8554
Open 6 AM – 3 PM
Regular Menu
TOP DONUTS
915 E. Main (830) 997-9976
Open 5 AM to 1 PM
SUBWAY at WAL MART SUPER CENTER
1435 E. Main St., 830-997-2633
Open 24 Hours
WHATABURGER
1301 E. Main St., 830-990-8428
Open 6 AM – 11 PM
Drive-Thru Open 24 Hours
Note: Information provided by above restaurants.
Please call to confirm hours.
Gästehaus Schmidt now sells wine from local vineyards and craft beer from regional breweries.
You can find wine from William Chris Vineyards, Grape Creek Vineyard, Lost Draw Cellars, Lost Oak, Brennan, and McPherson wineries.
Local craft beer from Altstadt Brewery and Pedernales Brewing are available as well as beer from Save the World, Real Ale, Independence and Uncle Billy’s breweries.
You can also pick up Dublin Dr Pepper and Mexican Coca Cola sweetened with sugar instead of corn syrup, and Choco Tipo mineral water.
Pick up your beverage of choice when you check in!
All sales are “to go.”
You’re probably already aware that Fredericksburg, Texas and the surrounding Texas Hill Country is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes anywhere in the world. What you might not know, is that some truly amazing driving roads reside here as well. Continue reading to discover 3 of our favorites.
Route #1- Ranch Road 965
Estimated travel time- 31 minutes
Route length- 25.5 miles
A route that anyone who is interested in hiking or climbing in Fredericksburg has undoubtedly traveled at one point or another, this well-maintained road is 25 miles of intoxicating turns that any driving enthusiast will absolutely love. For those that are interested in scenery, you won’t be disappointed either, as large hills and picturesque valleys frame a route bordered by wildflowers of the most vibrant colors.
A few of our properties near this route:
Austin Street Retreat
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/austin-street-retreat-el-jefes-casa/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/austin-street-retreat-elis-suite/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/austin-street-retreat-marias-suite/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/austin-street-retreat-annies-suite/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/austin-street-retreat-kristins/
Your Hiding Place
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/your-hiding-place/
The Grove
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/the-grove/
The Stone Well Haus
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/stone-well-haus/
Breeh Haus
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/breeh-haus/
Attractions along this route:
Cross Mountain Park
http://www.fbgtx.org/415/Cross-Mountain-Park
Enchanted Rock State Park
http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/enchanted-rock
Pioneer Museum
Route #2 (Willow City Loop)
Estimated travel time- 54 minutes
Route length- 29 miles
A beautiful drive that is world-renowned for its wildflowers, Willow City Loop is a must for anyone spending a day in Fredericksburg, especially during the spring and summer months. Drive at a relaxed pace and just take in the wildlife, vegetation, and sights.
A few of our properties near this route:
Happy Trails Log Cabin
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/happy-trails/
Double Deer Ranch
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/double-deer-ranch-coyote/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/double-deer-ranch-paloma/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/double-deer-ranch-twig/
Diamond Belle at Palo Alto Crossing
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/diamond-belle-at-palo-alto-crossing/
Palo Alto Creek Farm
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/palo-alto-creek-farm-itz-house/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/palo-alto-creek-farm-the-barn/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/palo-alto-creek-farm-the-hideaway/
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/palo-alto-creek-farm-the-log-cabin/
Attractions along this route:
Marktplatz
http://www.fbgtx.org/237/Marktplatz-Market-Square
Rockbox Theater
http://www.rockboxtheater.com/
Rustlin’ Rob’s Texas Gourmet Foods
https://www.yelp.com/biz/rustlin-robs-texas-gourmet-foods-fredericksburg
Suggested Route (Ranch Road 965 and Willow City Loop- combined)
Estimated travel time- 1 hour and 29 minutes
Route length- 58.6 miles
We suggest that you do both the Ranch Road 965 and Willow City Loop driving routes one after the other, as the beginning and ends of each route are very close by each other.
Route #3 (Alamo Springs)
Estimated travel time- 24 minutes
Route length- 13.9 miles
Bats, scenic roads, and wonderful food. What do these words all have in common? Our Alamo Springs driving route! After turning off of Highway 290, you will find yourself on Old San Antonio Road, a winding ribbon of tarmac that will have you traveling through expansive valleys one minute and hugging the natural stone walls of majestic hills the next. After this thrilling drive, you will arrive at Alamo Road. Once here, you can watch the bats at Old Tunnel State Park leave their abode in search of that evening’s meal and then proceed a short distance further down the road to Alamo Springs Café for your own evening’s sustenance.
A few of our properties near this route:
Deer Ridge
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/deer-ridge-cottage/
Inspiration Hill
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/inspiration-hill/
Alamo Springs- The Country Cabin
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/alamo-springs-the-country-cabin/
Alamo Springs- The Barn
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/alamo-springsthe-barn/
Meusebach Creek Farm
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/meusebach-creek-farm/
Oma Ella’s
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/oma-ellas/
Hill Country Bungalow
https://www.fbglodging.com/property/hill-country-bungalow/
Attractions near this route:
Old Tunnel State Park
http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/old-tunnel
Fort Martin Scott
National Museum of the Pacific War
http://www.pacificwarmuseum.org/
Note #1– To get the full experience, we suggest that you travel these routes during the spring and summer months, as this is when the native wildflowers will be blooming.
Note #2– Always follow all applicable laws, especially speed limits, when traveling along these routes. In addition, these routes are meant to be enjoyable for everyone, so please be respectful of other motorists, bicyclist, walkers, hikers, etc. On top of this, while the scenery is quite enticing, please do not climb over fences or venture onto private property. Finally, these routes do cut through the countryside, so please be vigilant of the wildlife that might attempt to cross in front of your vehicle, especially at night.
