About This Experience
Located just 5 minutes off I-75 in "Little Bavaria" Frankenmuth, Michigan, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant & Lodge has been independently family-owned and operated by the Zehnder family for four generations. Experience world-famous family-style all-you-can-eat chicken dinners, German glockenspiel performances, Bavarian pretzel-making, and riverfront shops in a charming historic alpine village setting.
Featured Media
Alpine-style facade of the historic Bavarian Inn Restaurant in Frankenmuth, Michigan.
The 35-bell Glockenspiel Tower playing traditional German melodies daily.
Holz-Brücke wooden covered bridge crossing the Cass River on the property grounds.
Interactive hands-on Bavarian pretzel rolling and baking experience inside Castle Shops.
Traditional dining room serving world-famous family-style chicken and German dishes.
Indoor waterpark and family entertainment area inside the adjacent Bavarian Inn Lodge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bavarian Inn still family owned?↓
Yes! The Zehnder family has independently owned and operated the Bavarian Inn for over 70 years across four generations.
What time does the Glockenspiel perform?↓
The 35-bell Glockenspiel plays at 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 6:00 PM daily, enacting the Legend of the Pied Piper.
Is parking available on site?↓
Yes, extensive free parking lots surround both the restaurant and the lodge along the Cass River.