Fredericksburg, Texas

Fredericksburg, TX - German heritage. Texan hospitality.

Fredericksburg, Texas is one of 55 beautiful cities/areas located in the Hill Country.

Fredericksburg, Texas is a picturesque setting near the Enchanted Rock State Park. Led by John O. Meusebach, the town was settled in 1846 by German immigrant families. The National Historic District is comprised of several older buildings that retain the traditional styles of Germany.

Many of these historic buildings and houses have been converted into Fredericksburg Bed & Breakfasts or Guest Houses (guest houses are not hosted).

There is also a large selection of fine Hotels/Motels and Cabins/Cottages in the area.

It is a beautiful 22-mile drive to Kerrville, Texas, one of the state's most popular health and recreation centers.

Many visitors also travel to Mason, Texas, known for camping, hunting and fishing. Be sure to explore Johnson City, Texas, home of the Lyndon B. Johnson National and State parks.

Fredericksburg shopping is a unique experience. For many, it is a shopping mecca.

Visitors to the area are also attracted to the area by the large number of things to do. For a complete list of things to do, visit the Fredericksburg things to do page.

You'll want to visit our complete Calendar of Events, Live Music and More. There's plenty to do in Fredericksburg, Texas, and the nearby areas. To learn more, visit Hill Country Fun, ahill-country-visitor.com blog. We think you'll enjoy the information that is provided there.

If you are interested in relocation information, there are many excellent Fredericksburg real estate firms to assist you. You'll want to read the Hill Country Real Estate blog for up-to-date information.

Fredericksburg Wineries

The Fredericksburg area is home to many Texas wineries.



Visitors can meander down Hwy 290 and visit the ten wineries included in Wine Road 290. Each of the wineries has it's unique ambiance, wines,and winery experience.



Some wineries are stops on Hill Country Tours, where visitors can enjoy the unparalleled beauty of the Texas Hill Country from luxury cars or comfy tour coaches.

Discover Fredericksburg

Touch the Past at Settlers Crossing Bed and Breakfast

Just minutes east of Fredericksburg is a grand country estate featuring eight antique filled historic homes from the 18th and 19th century, including the oldest home built by the Germans outside of Fredericksburg. Crossing an old stone bridge and seeing 19th century structures, dotting woods and pastures with wooly sheep and native deer grazing on the lawns, is to enter a bygone era when life moved at a slower pace. To see a virtual tour, click here.

Guests Can Step Back in Time With a Visit to the Cabernet Grill and  Cotton Gin Village Bed & Breakfast

(A hill-country-visitor.com profile)

Just outside of Fredericksburg is a secluded little corner of the Hill Country that is a haven known as the Cotton Gin Village. Surrounded by a rustic style wooden fence, the complex may have the appearance of a turn-of-the-century village, but, housed within it is actually an upscale restaurant, seven authentic log cabins serving as bed and breakfast rooms and several outer buildings completing the ambiance. For the complete story, click here.

There is so much to see and do here, which is why many people come back time and time again. In our visitor’s guide, you’ll find links to valuable information that will make your stay a great one, including recommendations for restaurants, shopping, hotels, bed and breakfast accommodations and so much more. Within our comprehensive calendar listings, hill-country-visitor.com will keep you up-to-date with the latest special events listings, festivals and more. ore.

Be sure to check out our entire site for everything you need to make your trip to Fredericksburg an enjoyable one. If you are looking for real estate in Fredericksburg , we can provide those listings, too!

You can find B&Bs, motels, real estate and more below in our directory listings:

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Additional Resources

Learn about the Renewable Energy Roundup and Green Living Fair.

For road conditions, visit TxDot Expressway.

For local weather, visit the National Weather Service.

Learn about Texas Tech University - Hill Country.

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