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Great Escapes: New Ulm

Shutdown got you down? Try a one-day road trip to New Ulm.

New Ulm, MN –Approximately 100 miles from the Twin Cities, New Ulm is steeped in German heritage. Its annual Bavarian Blast will be held July 15-17 and features lots of music, dancing and food. Information is available by visiting www.bavarianblast.com. The rest of the year, there are plenty of things to do in this river town such as visiting the Schell Brewery, hiking and cross-country skiing, visiting plenty of German restaurants and staying at one of several B&Bs.

More information is available by vesting www.newulm.com or calling toll-free 1-888-463-9856.

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