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Press Releases

Norton Wines Take Center Stage January 12 and 13

December 28, 2007 | Missouri’s premier native grape variety will be showcased January 12 and 13 when seven Hermann-area wineries host the Hermann Norton Wine Trail.

Hermann Wine Trail Vintners Will Tempt Travelers with Creative Chocolate and Wine Pairings

December 27, 2007 | In preparation for the 2008 Chocolate Wine Trail, February 16 and 17, vintners at seven Hermann-area wineries have been inventing new chocolate recipes and experimenting with wine pairings to complement their creations.

The Best of Missouri's Wurst

December 13, 2007 | A two-day celebration of Hermann's 160-year history of sausage making and German culture will take place during the 29th annual WURSTFEST on March 29 & 30, 2008.

Celebrate a Hermann Christmas

November 21, 2007 | When the Holiday season approaches, there is no better place to celebrate a traditional German-style Christmas than Hermann, MO. This 19th century village, on the banks of the Missouri River, provides a unique setting where visitors can step back in time and experience the feeling of a true old time Christmas.

Hermann BarBQ & Brats Festival To Be Biggest Ever

September 19, 2007 | Nearly 50 teams have signed up to compete in the 3rd Annual Hermann BarBQ & Brats Festival, scheduled for September 28-29 in the Lower City Park. This is a Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned event, and participants will represent seven states.

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Missouri’s Rhine Village

September 16, 2007 | During the first four weekends in October the City of Hermann, Missouri will be observing its annual Oktoberfest. This well preserved German village, located on the banks of the Missouri River, provides a perfect setting for traditional events to celebrate German heritage and culture.

Celebrate a Hermann German Christmas

September 12, 2007 | When the Holiday season approaches, there is no better place to celebrate a traditional German-style Christmas than Hermann, MO. This 19th century village, on the banks of the Missouri River, provides a unique setting where visitors can step back in time and experience the feeling of a true old time Christmas.

Hermann Offers Prime Viewing, Events for Tour of Missouri

September 10, 2007 | The first Tour of Missouri professional cycling race will be passing through Hermann on September 15 and activities are being planned that will make this scenic town on the Missouri River a perfect place to share the excitement and watch the racers go by.

Hermann Maifest: German Celebration of Spring May 18-20

May 10, 2007 | One of Missouri’s oldest German festivals is just around the corner as the City of Hermann presents Maifest 2007 — a genuine German celebration of spring--on May 18-20.

Experience an Old World Christmas in Historic Missouri Town

November 20, 2006 | With the Holiday season upon us there is no better place to celebrate a traditional German-style Christmas than Hermann, MO. This 19th century village, on the banks of the Missouri River, provides a unique setting where visitors can step back in time and experience the feeling of a true old time Christmas.

Governor Blunt to Lead Hermann’s Dream Celebration

October 30, 2006 | Missouri Governor Matt Blunt will lead a community-wide celebration Monday (October 30), in honor of Hermann’s selection as one of 10 cities for the Governor’s DREAM (Downtown Revitalization and Economic Assistance for Missouri) Initiative.

Hermann, Missouri Area Family Business to be Featured on Food Network August 8

July 31, 2006 | Swiss Meat & Sausage Company, a Hermann, Missouri area family business, will be featured on the Food Network Channel’s new program “Road Tasted” on August 8 at 9 p.m. The show is hosted by Jamie and Bobby Dean, the infamous sons of Paula Dean, a noted author and host of the Food Network program “Paula’s Home Cooking.”

Annual Garden Tour, Living History Day in Hermann June 3-4, 2006

May 30, 2006 | There will be an opportunity to see some of the prettiest gardens in Missouri’s “Most Beautiful” Town this weekend, when the Hermann Garden Club hosts its 12th annual Garden Tour and Plant Sale. This year’s tour features 10 gardens, including some that have not been on the tour before. Six of the gardens are located in Hermann’s historic district and four are located in the hills surrounding town.

Hermann Voted Missouri’s Most Beautiful Town by Rural Missouri Magazine

May 16, 2006 | The Hermann Missouri Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the reader’s of Rural Missouri Magazine have selected the city of Hermann as “Missouri’s most beautiful town,” via a recent poll taken that includes categories for the state’s best places to visit, unique attractions, restaurants and one of kind events.

  • Heritage Lodging - In the Historic District
  • Stone Hill Winery (tours, tastings, gift shop, restaurant)
  • Hermann Motel - Sparkling Clean, Comfortable, Convenient
  • Wine Valley Inn, Fourth & Market Historic Begemann Building
  • Maifest May 17-18
  • Robller Vineyard Winery