Bavarian Inn Lodge reopening on July 1, 2020
Oma’s and Lorelei reopening as well; dining also available at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant
FRANKENMUTH, Mich. June 22, 2020 – The Bavarian Inn Lodge in Frankenmuth is reopening for guests beginning on Wednesday, July 1.
Dining will be available in the Lodge at both Oma’s Restaurant and the Lorelei Lounge. Guests should note that face coverings are required for all guests at the present time.
Preparations are also being made by the Lodge team to open up its recreational areas (the Fun Center, Pools, Water Slides) when Executive Order restrictions are lifted. Information on what is open at the Lodge, capacity guidelines and other safety precautions is being shared with guests prior to their arrival dates.
In addition, the Lodge is offering two special packages for Perks Club members. First, celebrate Frankenmuth’s 175th anniversary with a two-night stay (Sunday-Thursday) for $175 (plus taxes) and get a bottle of wine with a commemorative corkscrew. Rooms based on availability in July 2020.
Also, a “Super Summer” rate will make for a great getaway, starting at $105 (plus taxes) for a Sunday-Thursday night stay. The dates are based on availability between July 1 – August 31, 2020. This deal also includes a voucher to try the signature Reuben Eggroll from Oma’s Restaurant (free with any purchase).
The Perks Club membership fee is $10 and will be charged to a credit card prior to arrival if a membership is not current. These specials are only available for a limited time and must be booked online at: bavarianinn.com/reservations/#/room.
In addition to the Lodge reopening, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant reopened on June 3 with limited capacity dining. Currently, reservations are highly encouraged for the Restaurant due to limited seating capacity regulations and can be made online at www.bavarianinn.com or by calling (800) 228-2742. Guests are being asked to wear masks while inside our building until seated at a table and follow social distancing guidelines.
Besides the main dining spaces, guests can also enjoy the Michigan on Main Bar and Grill and the Main Street patio area. Curbside pickup and carryout of the Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s famous chicken continues to be available as well.
Also, the Castle Shops, which have been reopened since June 3, is operating with the following hours: Sun-Thurs from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Fri-Sat from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Bavarian Inn Lodge
Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling water slides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.
Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com
About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating over 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Nestled within the backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.
Bavarian Inn Restaurant online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com/
Frankenmuth’s Dog Bowl and Balloons Over Bavarian Inn welcomes guests
for two exciting weekends of family fun in August 2020
Frankenmuth, MI – Frankenmuth River Place Shops and Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn are happy to announce the new 2020 dates for the Frankenmuth Dog Bowl festival and Balloons Over Bavarian Inn, taking place August 14 to 16 and August 20 to 23 – not just one, but two weekends of free family fun for visitors to Frankenmuth!
Each weekend will feature multiple unique dog events and the opportunity to see hot air balloons fly overhead or twinkle in the night sky during nightly balloon glows. There are also new activities making the events bigger and better than ever to be announced soon – stay tuned to our website and social media platforms for more details!
The Dog Bowl festival takes place August 14 to 16 and features the same amazing programming and activities as in the past, including morning and evening flights and nightly balloon glows as part of the first ever Balloons Over Bavarian Inn Fiesta Flight event.
The Balloons Over Bavarian Inn’s Competition Flight event will take place the following weekend, from August 20 to 23, with 24 balloonists flying morning and evening flights and hosting nightly balloon glows. The event will also feature additional Dog Bowl activities.
All events take place at River Place Shops, 925 S. Main St. Parking is free and located around the German-styled shopping complex and along Weiss Street. With the events spread out on over 25 acres of Bavarian Inn property, there will be plenty of space for guests and canines to enjoy themselves safely.
“I look forward to seeing all of our Dog Bowl and Balloons Over Bavarian Inn friends again this year during our two weekends of family fun. We wish everyone continued health in these trying times and remember to stay optimistic!” said Michael Keller Zehnder, Vice President of the Bavarian Inn Lodge.
For updates on Dog Bowl and Balloons Over Bavarian Inn, follow the Facebook pages and website at www.dogbowlfun.com.
For more information, contact Jessica Haynes at jhaynes@bavarianinn.com or 989-598-3241.
Bavarian Inn team members support state and national charities through annual Company Giving Program
Over $21,000 collected by Restaurant and Lodge staff in 2019
FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Jan.28, 2020 – Team members of the Bavarian Inn Restaurant and the Bavarian Inn Lodge raised more than $21,000 over the past year to benefit four different state and national charity programs.
Through the annual Company Giving Program, together Restaurant and Lodge employees collected $21,449 for charities that included the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the American Cancer Society and Child Abuse and Neglect programs.
The year-long company campaign wrapped up in December, and the Restaurant’s fundraising total was announced at the annual post-holiday employee party on Jan. 6. Employees raised funds through a number of methods including a voluntary payroll deduction, candy sales, a holiday open house event and other activities throughout the year.
“Bavarian Inn has over 400 caring team members who give so generously each year to help those in need,” said Beth Weiss, chairperson of this year’s Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Company Giving Program. “We look forward to an exciting year of giving in 2020.”
About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating over 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Nestled within the backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.
Bavarian Inn Restaurant online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com/
Bavarian Inn Lodge
Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling water slides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.
Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com
Bavarian Inn Team Members Reach 70-Year Milestone
Dorothy Zehnder and Virgil Celebrate Seven Decades of Service
FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Jan. 7, 2020 – The Bavarian Inn Restaurant and Lodge are fixtures in the heart of the Frankenmuth community. Among the many men and women who work for this historic organization, there are also a number of “fixtures,” none more dedicated and long-running than Dorothy Zehnder and Virgil Diamond.
In 2020 Dorothy Zehnder, matriarch of the Bavarian Inn, and Virgil Diamond, a much-respected team member who has done nearly everything for the organization, are each celebrating 70 years of service to the Bavarian Inn and the community.
Dorothy is the true queen of the kitchen and has led the way since 1950. During her seven decades, she raised her family of three children, and now, at 98 years young, still works six days a week checking hundreds of details and mentoring many other team members.
Virgil started working at the former Fischer’s Hotel at age 15. He has done just about everything to help build the Bavarian Inn business during his years as a manager. He currently uses his talents at Frankenmuth River Place Shops with the maintenance and grounds team.
During this celebration year the entire Bavarian Inn team is thankful and excited to honor both Dorothy and Virgil and thank them for their years of dedication and loyalty.
“We consider ourselves lucky to work alongside such great examples of leadership and hard work,” said Amy Zehnder Grossi, general manager of the Restaurant. “What a blessing they have been to our family and our community.”
About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating over 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Nestled within the backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.
Bavarian Inn Restaurant online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com/
Bavarian Inn Lodge
Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling water slides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®.
Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.
Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com
Frankenmuth River Place Shops: http://frankenmuthriverplace.com is an authentic re-creation of a Bavarian village located just minutes from the Bavarian Inn Restaurant and Lodge. The outdoor mall features more than 35 unique shops and attractions at one location. Visitors enjoy architecture, floral gardens, streams, and waterfalls and, of course, great shopping opportunities.