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Welcome to Downtown Leavenworth, WA

We're Bavarian charm and Northwest hospitality

"We're Bavarian charm and Northwest hospitality"

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A little about Leavenworth

In the early 1960's, town leaders had a bright idea: change Leavenworth's appearance to draw visitors. If the gorgeous alpine hills had no equal except in German Bavaria, the city planned on completing the experience. This was no mere facelift. In addition to completely renovating the downtown area, community leaders created a series of festivals, drawing revelers into town. From there, the Autumn Leaf Festival, Maifest, and the immensely popular Christmas Lighting Festivals were born and continue to this day. To say the change worked is like saying you can taste a hint of cabbage in kraut. For decades, Leavenworth has been a top tourist destination in the Pacific Northwest. More than a million tourists walk our streets every year, finding Bavarian authenticity and Northwest hospitality.

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The history of Leavenworth

Our bountiful land was known among Native Americans as some of the most plentiful land anyone had laid eyes on. The Yakama, Chinook and Wenatchi tribes all hunted the same land for deer & elk, and also fished Icicle Creek for salmon. Settlers hungry for gold, timber, and furs soon settled the area, and by 1890, Icicle Flats was born. The area exploded with the arrival of the rail line near the turn of the century. At that point, Leavenworth was a whole lot less Bavaria and a whole lot more Deadwood! The logging and sawmill business was great…until it wasn't. When the railroad re-routed its rails and moved out of town, it almost turned Leavenworth into a ghost town. The area scuffled along for more than thirty years, always on the brink of extinction. In the early 1960’s, town leaders had a bright idea: change Leavenworth's appearance to draw visitors. If the gorgeous alpine hills had no equal except in German Bavaria, the city planned on completing the experience.

Contact Information

Address:
940 US-2
Leavenworth, Washington
98826

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Businesses in Leavenworth, Washington

Here is a collection of downtown Leavenworth, Washington businesses. Clicking on the thumbnail image, or the blue "View Member" will take you to that businesses page. We've included some jump links so that you can easily navigate to different categories of businesses. Those, can be found directly below as icons. Or, there is a list of categories in the menu bar.

 

Metal Waterfall Gallery

Art

Copper and brass sculptures

 

Abendblume Pension

Lodging

Inspired by fine European country inns

 

All Seasons River Inn

Lodging

A boutique inn experience at a riverfront Bed and Breakfast

 

Autumn Pond B&B

Lodging

Surrounded by panoramic views of the majestic Cascades

 

Eagle Creek Cottage at the Winery

Lodging

Old-world European charm with all the conveniences of today

 

Granite Hills Inn

Lodging

Built with our guests in mind.

 

Eagle Creek Winery

Museums / Attractions

Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains

 

Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum

Museums / Attractions

Museum shows over 6,000 nutcrackers dating back to Roman Times

 

Silvara Vineyards

Museums / Attractions

Our variety of wines is sure to have something to please everyone.

 

Cafe Mozart Restaurant

Restaurants

Austrian, German, French and Northwest specialties

 

Cafe Verona

Restaurants

Best food, prices and portions around

 

Gingerbread Factory

Restaurants

Cookies, Espresso, Breakfast, Lunch, Desserts and Gifts

 

Icicle Brewing Company

Restaurants

Flavorful ales and lagers for your enjoyment.

 

Visconti's of Leavenworth

Restaurants

Renown for our creative Italian dishes

 

Aspen Leaf Spa

Services

Essential calm in surroundings inspired by nature

 

Leavenworth Boutique

Shopping

Signs, clothing, jewelry and more

 

Orange Zipper Urban Merchantile

Shopping

You will love this store!

 

Schocolat

Shopping

Gourmet chocolate boutique

 

The Cheesemonger's Shop

Shopping

Over 80 types of cheese

 

The Hat and Wood Shop

Shopping

Featuring fun and functional hats for everyone!