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Add a carriage ride at Das Dutchman Essenhaus to your itinerary.

Photo courtesy of Visit Elkhart County

Hey Indy: Are you ready for a vacay but don’t want to break the bank? We’ve got the perfect solution. Just two and a half hours north, you’ll find a great summer getaway in Elkhart County. Here are our recommendations for your visit:

  • Stay | Essenhaus Inn and Conference Center
  • Get Active | Pumpkinvine Nature Trail
  • Explore | Heritage Trail
  • Play | Hall of Heroes
  • Dine | Das Dutchman Essenhaus
  • Instagrammable | Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail

Plan a trip.

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