HELEN: ALPINE CHARM IN THE APPALACHIANS Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains , Helen transports you to a Bavarian village that celebrates all things German. With cobblestone streets, alpine architecture, and a festive atmosphere, this fairytale town blends Old World charm with Southern hospitality and outdoor recreation. Catch the longest-running Oktoberfest in the country, involving multiple weeks of traditional polka dancing, food, beer, and a lot of lederhosen. In summer, it’s also the perfect backdrop for zip lining through evergreen forests, tubing down the Chattahoochee River , and climbing the eight-story lookout tower at Uhuburg, the Eagle Owl Castle , for rugged Blue Ridge views. Discovering Helen means you may forget for a moment you’re in Georgia at all. HELEN | EXPLORE GEORGIA EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 55
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