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            Willow City LoopJust outside of Fredericksburg heading toward Llano, Texas, the terrain changes from pastoral, gently rolling hills to a dramatic, rugged landscape of deep canyons, sky reaching jagged cliffs, meandering streams and phenomenal panoramic views. All year round you'll be amazed by this spectacular countryside, BUT during a good Wildflower Season (March - May), you'll discover "take-your-breath-away" inspirational natural beauty. A favorite location for a slow, lingering country drive is the "famous" Willow City Loop! This is THE iconic Texas Hill Country scenic drive! The private two-lane Ranch Road winds for 13 miles through some of the oldest and most unique geology in central Texas... through canyons carved by picturesque Coal Creek, and over hill tops where the views are stunning. In wildflower season the hillsides and low lying meadows are ablaze with the colors of a multitude of wildflower varieties... Bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, Phlox, Coreopsis, Mexican Poppies, Sunflowers, Firewheels, yellow and white Daisies, Winecups, Horsemint, and Verbena! Mesquite, pecan, and live oak trees thrive, and there is an abundance of wildlife... the most beautiful Texas Hill Country you will ever experience! All land along the Loop is privately owned. Residents of Willow City ask only that you keep moving along the narrow roadway, so they can access their driveways, and PLEASE, do not park your car on, or walk through the wildflower fields. Directions: Take SR 16 (Llano Street), 13.3 miles NE, to RR 1323, and turn right. Continue East for 2.79 miles to Willow City. Turn left on Willow City Loop. The road loops back to SR 16 where you can turn left and return to Fredericksburg, or for a head-turning view of Enchanted Rock, turn right and continue to 965. Turn left on to 965... you can't miss the BIG pink rock! Wow! Wonders of the world! You just never know what might crop up on the backroads of Texas! Enjoy! The Knot in the Loop SaloonThe Knot in the Loop Saloon is a good bar for a cold brew near Willow City, Texas, and the INCREDIBLE Willow City Loop! Located in Eckert, Texas, Knot in the Loop is not on the Famous Willow City Loop, but if you're coming from Fredericksburg you'll drive right by it. They've been serving up cold beer, wine, burgers, great music and fun in the Heart of the Texas Hill Country since August 2, 2002. It's part Saloon and part Wild West Museum with a BIG TEXAS WELCOME from the friendly staff who will make you feel right at home. Wander around, check out the walls, the rafters, toss a dollar on the ceiling... Open Wednesday - Sunday, noon til midnight (sometimes earlier) Call before you drive! 830.685.3591 |
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Go for the GOLD at Grape Creek Vineyards! Tuscany in TEXAS!  Cover Photos Way to go Jason - Over hundreds of awards!!
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Is your dad a "Prophet of Smoked Meat"? Father's Day is coming up... just sayin'  Timeline Photos Daniel Vaughn's new book about TEXAS BBQ is on the shelf at Der Kuchen Laden. If you are into BBQ you "need" this book. A great read.
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TEXAS GOLD!  Texas Hill Country Wineries Are Awash in Medals | SavorSA www.savorsa.com From Bending Branch to Woodrose, Hill Country wineries are showing how good their bottlings really are.
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Singing Water Vineyards took a Gold Medal for the "2010 Vintner?s Reserve" in the 2013 San Francisco Chronicle International Competition!  Timeline Photos Spend your Memorial Day Weekend with us! Casey Hubble is returning to perform on Sunday, May 26, from 1-4pm. Relax on the deck with a glass of your favorite Singing Water wine while you listen to some great music! Sounds like the perfect day to us!
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WINE, MUSIC, BEER and SPIRITS! Saddle Up... we're going to the HEART of Texas Hill Country! Here's to Texas MUSIC!  Lone Star Wine & Music Tours | Tours www.wineandmusictours.com Lone Star Wine and Music Tours, LLC, is based in LLano, Texas, and offers wine tours in the Texas Hill Country, including the Highland Lakes, Fredericksburg and Comfort regions.
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Anywhere you want to go! CUSTOMIZE! Majesty Wine Tours WILL get your PARTY on the ROAD!  Timeline Photos Brides and Friends. All in a day's fun with Majesty Tours. It doesn't get any better than wine tasting in the Texas Hill Country.
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Savor the FLAVOR of Wine, Spirits and Beer made right here in the TEXAS Hill Country! Here's to "Wine Tours" that it SHOW it ALL! Libations from TEXAS TERRITORY! Book your TOUR! and Get Ready for the RIDE of your life!  Timeline Photos Toast!
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 Fairy Tales found a few more pics I liked that I wish I added originally, so I am just posting them here :) More to be seen at the link below if you haven't seen them yet. http://www.timwatersphoto.com/gypsy/
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Do something DIFFERENT this year! For "End of Camp Ceremonies" ! COME EARLY with your BEST camp friends! Do some CAMPING of your own.... ON THE WINE TRAIL! in Fredericksburg, Texas! Put yourself here with your BEST GIRLFRIENDS! Absolute Charm B&B Reservations Service! FYI James Avery - Fredericksburg-Schandua Bldg. has camp charms and jewelry! 
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Making plans for "End of Camp" Pick-up! Put yourself HERE for some DEEP relaxation... before the campfires blaze! Absolute Charm B&B Reservations Service 
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 Photos of Fredericksburg Texas Online I know every artist paints Enchanted Rock, but I had to do this painting from a photo I took a few years ago. We'll be in town July 14th for our annual visit.
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CELEBRATE TEXAS CRAFT BEER! ALL MONTH! ALL YEAR! ALWAYS! Grab yourself a Lobo at Pedernales Brewing Company and bask in the Musical Rays of John Arthur Martinez! Now that's a PERFECT Pairing! TEXAS Style! Prost! http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-ash4/276443_138728856172669_4273311_q.jpg Pedernales Brewing Company If you couldn't make it to our Grand Opening yesterday, all is not lost. We are continuing our Summer Concert series every Sat through Labor Day weekend. Because of the heat, we're going to change the hours to 11am-3pm; live music from 1-3pm; tours every hour, starting at 11:30. John Arthur Martinez will be our guest artist this Sat, 5/25, with two 45 minutes sets, starting at 1pm. If you can't make it, you can listen to the music on KFAN, 107.9!
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CELEBRATE American Craft Beer Week AND Farm Fresh at the Fredericksburg Farmers Market! Grab a Growler at the Fredericksburg Brewing Co. and a Pedernales Brewing Company Lobo at the corner store! PAIR that with LOCAL produce, artisan cheese and bread, Texas Wine, and you have a FEAST! EAT TOGETHER! 
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FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK
GALLERIES Bringing Art and Art Lovers together!
Enjoy fine wine from local wineries and the Fredericksburg ART scene! Texas Hill Country #1
on The New York Times 31 Places to Go This Summer
"Who needs Europe? The Texas Hill Country, west of Austin and north of San Antonio, might be the next best thing to crossing the Atlantic. The region is lush, colorful and, unlike much of the pancake-flat state, dotted with beautiful green hills that are evocative of Tuscany or the south of France. Moreover, the region is speckled with 22 wineries that buzz with food and music festivals year round. And towns like Fredericksburg offer a taste of the Old World, with German-style biergartens and schnitzelhauser. " #1 on Away.com's Top 10
"Hidden-Gem"
Wine Regions in the United States Hill Country, TX: Texas Hill Country, north of San Antonio and west of Austin, is one of the nation's fastest growing wine destinations. Boasting 24 wineries along the Texas Wine Trail, this area is a must-see for its unparalleled wine diversity. Away.com's Top 10 Hidden-Gem Wine Regions In Your Backyard Sep 23, 2010 Uncertain about which TEXAS HILL COUNTRY wines to try?
Go for the GOLD! 2013 Houston Rodeo International Wine Competition
Whose bringing the Texas Hill Country
By John Graves and
Wyman Meinzer Two of Texas' most respected artists join their talents to create an unsurpassed portrait of the Texas Hill Country. "Together, John Graves and Wyman Meinzer once again demonstrate that they are the foremost artists of the Texas landscape. The portrait they create in images and words is as close as you can come to the heart of the Hill Country without being there." Stardust Carriage Service
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides for All Occasions!
Create romantic memories with horse-drawn carriage rides through historic Fredericksburg, Texas. Carriage rides are the perfect way to celebrate special occasions! Call Margaret Creamer for reservations! Hill Country Trail Riding
Enjoy the AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL Texas Hill Country on horseback!
Come explore 800 gorgeous acres of Texas Hill Country on horseback. Beautiful valleys, hills and views, creek crossings, wildlife and so much more! Adventure awaits you! Call Jen Bursaw to reserve your ride today! Hill Country Bicycle Works
You can rent a bike at Hill Country Bicycle Works! Their rental fleets feature road and fitness hybrid bikes. It is recommended that you reserve your rental bike in advance, especially during holidays and weekends. They also have maps and recommendations for rides in and around Fredericksburg, Texas, and the surrounding Texas Hill Country! Located at 702 East Main. Closed Sundays and Wednesdays! 830-990-2609 Fredericksburg First Friday Food Ministry
A movable feast that welcomes everyone to the table.
Fredericksburg Food Ministry is an all-volunteer community-based food and hospitality ministry that provides residents of Fredericksburg and the surrounding communities, a "cloth napkin" dining experience on the first Friday of each month. You have fed my tummy and my soul with food and blessings! Thank you for sharing your love with me. |
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