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Looking for small-town America with a German twist? Look no further than Helen, Georgia located in Northeast Georgia at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From first glance, you may perceive Helen to be a sleepy little country town, but what awaits you is a whole lot of fun. What else will you find in Helen, Georgia? Here’s my guide to Helen, Georgia:

Sweet Eats & Shops:

Adorable little Hansel & Gretel shops line the main streets of Helen, Georgia filled with everything from souvenirs, antiques, and even a Christmas shop open all year. Shop pricing runs from budget shopping all the way to high-end items.

Got a sweet tooth? You might as well throw out your diet on a trip to Helen, at least that’s what I had to do. So many delicious homemade treats like candy covered apples and every kind of fudge imaginable.

Guide to Helen, Georgia – Beer & Spirits:

Don’t be deceived by the sleepy mountain look, travelers that come to Helen are looking to let loose. The beer and spirits flow like the nearby Chattahoochee River. We visited during Oktoberfest, and it is well worth it to buy your first beer in a mug. You can refill the same souvenir mug at any other bar on the strip in Helen at a cheaper cost.

Wienerschnitzel & Bratwurst:

Eat like a German with several themed restaurants that have character and charm.

Kathy Brown’s top picks:

Old Bavaria Inn For Classic German favorites:

The Troll Tavern For Atmosphere and American Eats:

Cowboys & Angels Restaurant For Watching Sports and Incredible Food:

The Heidelberg For Beer, Bratwurst, and Dancing:

The Chicken Dance:

When Is the last time you huddled under a tent with hundreds of other people doing the chicken dance drunk? I guarantee you it is a blast. Interesting little fact, my husband Steve had never heard of the chicken dance until we visited Helen, Georgia. If the chicken dance isn’t your thing, don’t worry the entertainment is very eclectic.

Helen, Georgia is a charming little town that packs in tourists especially on the weekends. One observation I made on my journey to Helen was how immaculately clean the city remained, even with the massive crowds visiting for Oktoberfest.

Proximity To Natures Wonders:

Helen, Georgia sits at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and with that comes all the beauty that nature provides. You will find beautiful hiking trails in the area, and I recommend venturing out. .Steve and I have visited Helen, Georgia several times and our favorite hiking and waterfalls are High Shoals Falls & Anna Ruby Falls.

Guide to Helen, Georgia – My Impressions:

Notables:

I do not recommend this destination for families with small children during Oktoberfest.

Extremely popular location if you are a motorcyclist.

Roads leading to Helen are mountainous and curvy, therefore I recommend staying at one of the local hotels if you are going to be staying late or drinking.

Most of the town’s attractions are within walking distance of paid parking lots in Helen.

German hats and lederhosen are perfectly acceptable in Helen, Georgia.

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