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New Braunfels, Texas, the seat of Comal County, was established in 1845 on the Comal River by German settlers led by Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels. Successful farming, ranching, and abundant water from large springs contributed to the early prosperity. The German influence in tradition, culture and language is still prominent. New Braunfels is famous for sausages, breads, and popular river resorts.
Visitors are attracted to the area by the large number of things to do. You'll want to visit New Braunfels' most complete Calendar of Events, Live Music and More. Read Hill Country Fun for news about music, events and other fun things to do in the Texas Hill Country.
To help you plan your stay, we offer a complete list of New Braunfels Texas lodging opportunities. There are many New Braunfels Texas bed & breakfasts. Several are in historic buildings.
If you are interested in relocation information, there are many excellent New Braunfels Texas real estate firms to assist you. You'll want to read the Hill Country Real Estate blog for up-to-date information.
The area is home to one of the 22 Texas Hill Country wineries.
The Guadalupe River and the Comal River provide excellent water recreation for visitors. The Guadalupe, between Canyon Dam and New Braunfels is famous for its exciting rapids and its sparkling clear waters are very popular with tubers. Much of the land along the river is private. Please respect the property rights and also help preserve this natural resource. Strict enforement of laws and regulations applies to the river areas.
Gruene (pronounced "green") was established by German immigrants before 1850; it is now part of New Braunfels. Historic structures, both ruins and restored, include old homes, stores, an art gallery, a winery, an ice cream parlor, and a rustic beer hall, circa 1880, still popular for weekend dances.
Many visitors to the area also explore Canyon Lake, Texas, a nearby popular recreational area. Other nearby cities and driving distances (remember - these are scenic Hill County driving miles, not big city traffic driving miles) include: Wimberley, Texas, 25 miles; San Marcos, Texas, 18 miles; and Fredericksburg, Texas, 71 miles.
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Conservation Plaza
These priceless treasures are owned by the New Braunfels Conservation Society. A fine example of fachwerk construction is found in the Baetge House. The Baetge House is a two-story home built in 1852 by Carl Baetge, a German engineer. It was originally constructed 26 miles northwest of New Braunfels, then dismantled and reconstructed in 1975 on the Plaza. Furnishings reflect the period and are mostly of German or Texas origin. Other buildings on the Plaza include the Lohse-Fischer Home, the Rose Conservatory and the Star Exchange, the Jahn Home, the Jahn Cabinet Shop, the Haelbig Music Studio and the Church Hill School. You will find the Plaza at 1300 Church Hill Drive. There is an admission fee. Operating hours are Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; and Saturday & Sunday 2 - 5 p.m.
Lindheimer Home
The first to classify much of the native Texas flora, Ferdinand Jakob Lindheimer (1801-1879) has more that 30 types bearing his name. His home was built around 1852 and demonstrates the fachwerk construction that the German settlers modified to adapt to Texas limestone and cedar. Many pieces of original furniture occupy the home. The address is 491 Comal Street. The New Braunfels Conservation Society owns part of the collection.
Wagenfuehr Home and Buckhorn Barbershop Museum
Yet another historic property owned by the New Braunfels Conservation Society, this home is a collector’s dream and even includes a 1900’s barbershop. Hand-crafted jewelry, pictures made from rocks, hand-carved miniature circus animals, dolls from around the world and many other treasures are featured in the museum. An admission fee applies. The address is 521 W. San Antonio Street. You will find the museum open daily from Memorial Day through August from 2 - 5 pm. The museum is closed Wednesdays. In the winter, it is open weekends from 2 - 5 pm. .
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