Hermann, MO on the Katy Trail

Across the Missouri River from McKittrick, mile 100.8
Population 2,674

Hermann is not directly on the Katy Trail, but it is less than 3 miles from the trail and a popular destination due to its charm and character. This German-flavored town has numerous wineries, B&B's, antique shops, and other attractions. And it hosts a fantastic Oktoberfest the first four weekends in October (look below for a full listing of Hermann Festivals). Explore Hermann's German heritage at the Deutschheim State Historic Site.

Hermann Visitors Bureau
800-932-8687 / 573-486-2744
http://www.VisitHermann.com
http://www.hermannmo.com

Hermann Missouri on MapQuest

Taking the Train

Amtrak's cross-Missouri route stops at Hermann, as well as a handful of other towns along the Katy Trail. Bikes are allowed on this route, if arranged in advance. See the Katy Trail Amtrak Guide for full details.

The Bridge

The old narrow bridge to Hermann was replaced a few years ago by a new bike-friendly and pedestrian-friendly bridge, so riding your bike from McKittrick to Hermann is not a big deal any more. You'll see the side trail to Hermann coming off of the Katy Trail just west of where you pass under highway 19. Most of the side trail to Hermann is on a dedicated trail, although a section is along a wide shoulder of the highway. Total distance from McKittrick to Hermann is less than three miles.

However, for those who prefer not to ride off-trail, some of the local B&B's will give their guests a ride between Hermann and the McKittrick trailhead. There is no pay phone at the McKittrick trailhead. So if you need one of the Hermann inns to come pick you up at the trailhead, you'll either need to use a cell phone (if you can get a signal), or call from the pay phone at the gas station or Loutre Market, which you'll see to the south, across the fields from the trailhead.

HERMANN BIKE SHOP

Hermann Ride, Rest & Go Bicycle Shop

215 Schiller Street
573-486-9170

HERMANN LODGING

Unlike cities directly on the Katy Trail, for Hermann we only track the lodging businesses and wineries. To find restaurants and other types of businesses, visit the Hermann Visitors Bureau website listed above. For B&B's offering bridge shuttle, be sure to call in advance for details.


Abigail's Grape Leaf Bed & Breakfast, LLC 573-486-9070 206 Schiller Street	Children: No Pets: No Smoking: No
Alpenhorn Gasthaus 573-486-8228 176 Highway 100 East	Children: OK Smoking: No Katy Trail pick-up / shuttle Secure Bike Storage Fresh baked cookies & cold beverage upon arrival! Hot Tub & Gourmet Dinners on property. Biker Breakfasts & Cycling Gourmet Package available.
Apfelbaum Cottage 314-757-6276 5th St.	Children: OK Pets: OK Weekends require two night minimum stay.
Aunt Flora’s B&B 573-486-3591	Children: Over age 8 Pets: No Smoking: No
Birk's Gasthaus 888-701-2495 700 Goethe Street	After a day on the trail relax on our covered verandah. Only 3 blocks from the Stone Hill Winery and Vintage Restaurant. We can accommodate up to 18 people in our 9 guest rooms. Flexible breakfast times to fit your schedule for getting back on the trail. Secure bike storage available.
Captain Wohlt Inn 573-486-3357 123 East Third Street	Bridge shuttle Bridge escort Children: OK in suites Pets: No (dog on site) Bike storage Smoking: No
Cat Nap Inn 877-499-7446 409 Schiller St	Locked bike storage Smoking: outside only. Whole house rental.
Cobbler Room & Cottage B&B & Massage 573-486-2510 109 East Third St.	Pets: No (cats on premises) Children: No Smoking: Outside only
DeFlorin Haus B&B 573-486-5487 214 W. 4th St.	Children: No Pets: No Smoking: No
Grapevine Guest Suite 573-486-5758
Harbor Haus Inn & Suites 888-942-7529 113 Market Street	Bridge shuttle Children: OK Pets: OK Smoking: No
Heritage Lodging 573-486-3137 200 E First Street	Children: No Pets: No Smoking: No
Hermann Hill Vineyard & Inn 573-486-4455 711 Wein Street	Bike storage
Hermann Motel 573 486-3131 112 East 10th St	Smoking & Non-smoking rooms
Iron Horse Inn 573-486-9152 207 E 4th Street	Children: No Pets: No Smoking: Outside only
LaBoube Farms Guest House 573-486-5100 P.O. Box 78	Children: OK Pets: No Smoking: Outside only
Lydia Johnson Inn 573-486-0110	Pets: No Smoking: Outside only
Market Street B&B 573-486-5597 210 Market St	Bridge escort Bike storage
Mumbrauer Gasthaus 573-486-5246 223 East 2nd St.	Bike storage Pets: No (cats on premises) Children: No Smoking: Outside only
Nestle Inn 866-NESTLEI 215 W. Second St.	Bridge escort Bike storage Children: OK Smoking: Outside only
Neufeld-Davies B&B 573-486-0154 317 West 6th Street	Bridge escort Bike storage Pets: No (cats on premesis) Children: No Smoking: Outside only
Schiller Guest Suites 573-486-1010 Second and Schiller	Bridge/Amtrak shuttle Pets: No Smoking: No
Secret Vine 314-805-7746 304 Schiller	Smoking: No
The Stone Giraffe 573-486-5100 PO Box 78	Children: OK Pets: No Smoking: NO (outside only) Please contact us for transportation needs
Weber-Schulte Guest House 573-291-0034 229 E Fourth St	Bridge/Amtrak shuttle Pets: No Smoking: No
Wine Valley Inn 573-486-0706 403 Market St.	Children: No Pets: No Smoking: No
Wohlt House B&B 877-339-0390 415 East First Street	Children: No

HERMANN WINERIES & BREWERIES

There are also other wineries nearby in surrounding towns such as New Haven. Follow this link for other wineries in the general Hermann area.


Adam Puchta Winery	1947 Frene Creek Road	573-486-5596
Hermann Hill Vineyard & Inn	711 Wein Street	573-486-4455
Hermannhof Winery	330 East First Street	573-486-5995
OakGlenn Winery	P.O. Box 96	1-877-486-5057
Stone Hill Winery	1110 Stone Hill Highway	1-800-909-WINE
Tin Mill Brewing Company	114 Gutenberg	573-486-2275

HERMANN FESTIVALS

WurstFest		Fourth weekend in March

Antique Show		Fourth weekend in April

Maifest		Third weekend in May

Cajun Festival		Second weekend in July

Grape Stomp Wine Festival		Second Saturday in August

Oktoberfest		First four weekends in October

Kriskindl Markt		First two weekends in December

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KW, Lenexa, Kansas	10/8/2011 3:44:19 PM
The city park has camping,$15.00 a tent, with Shower. Lots of traffic/truck noise, located by hwy 100.
3 replies - latest: "Are you referring to the City Park ..." by Doug, Bluffton, Dec 11 2011 8:47AM

Hermann

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bruce herdman, ubana	9/19/2011 9:41:01 AM
The city park is great and the town is worth the side trip to see it. Friendly people and grand sights. I never miss it when on the trail.

Herman, MO

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David Rushing, St. Jospeh MO	7/14/2011 11:37:46 AM
A little off the trail, but worth the detour. I hihgly recommend the food at Jillseys and loding at the Vinchester inn.

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