New Glarus & Green County Swiss Thanksgiving Weekend Getaway
Nov 27, 2026 to Nov 29, 2026
Essentials
- Destination: New Glarus and Green County, Wisconsin (Chalet Landhaus Inn, New Glarus Brewing, Grumpy Troll Brew Pub, and Bailey's Run Vineyard).
- Optimal Travel Dates: 2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29 (Green County Christkindlmarkt in Monroe, fireside Swiss fondue, hilltop winery pizza, and craft beer tastings).
- Travel Party: 2 adults (4 dogs remain home in Cudahy with dedicated Rover care).
- Target Budget Range: $488 to $615 per person ($976 to $1,230 total party cost).
- Hotel Starting Point: Chalet Landhaus Inn (801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574).
- Hotel Pet Policy: Selected rooms allow pets on request. 4 dogs remain home in Cudahy with dedicated Rover care ($0 hotel pet fee).
- Home Pet Care (If Pets Stay Home): Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search estimates $130 to $170 per night ($260 to $340 total for 2 nights).
Day by Day
Day 1: Friday, Nov 27, 2026: Drive from Wausau, Grumpy Troll Lunch & Swiss Fondue
- 09:30 AM to 12:15 PM Drive from Wausau to Mount Horeb (407 Grant St, Wausau, WI 54403)
- 12:15 PM to 02:00 PM Lunch at Grumpy Troll Brew Pub (105 S 2nd St, Mt Horeb, WI 53572) Grumpy Troll Brew Pub
- 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM New Glarus Brewing Depot Stop (218 Hoesly Dr, New Glarus, WI 53574) New Glarus Brewing Co
- 04:15 PM to 06:00 PM Check-In at Chalet Landhaus Inn (801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574) Chalet Landhaus Inn
- 06:30 PM to 09:00 PM Fireside Swiss Fondue Dinner Chalet Landhaus Restaurant
Day 2: Saturday, Nov 28, 2026: Woodland Trails, Monroe Christkindlmarkt & Hilltop Winery
- 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM Morning Hike at New Glarus Woods (W5500 County Rd NN, New Glarus, WI 53574) New Glarus Woods State Park
- 12:00 PM to 02:30 PM Monroe Christkindlmarkt & Cheese Tavern (1023 16th Ave, Monroe, WI 53566) Green County Christkindlmarkt
- 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM Swiss Village Shops & Puempel's Tavern (18 6th Ave, New Glarus, WI 53574) Swiss Historical Village
- 05:30 PM to 08:30 PM Hilltop Wine & Wood-Fired Pizza (N8523 Klitzke Rd, New Glarus, WI 53574) Bailey's Run Vineyard & Winery
Day 3: Sunday, Nov 29, 2026: Swiss Bakery Treats, Lake Monona Stop & Return Drive
- 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM Hotel Checkout Chalet Landhaus Inn
- 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM Pastries at New Glarus Bakery (534 1st St, New Glarus, WI 53574) New Glarus Bakery
- 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM Olin Park & Lake Monona Shore (1150 Olin-Turville Ct, Madison, WI 53715) Holiday Fantasy in Lights
- 01:30 PM to 03:30 PM Return Drive to Milwaukee Area (5300 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207) Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
Costs
| Expense Category / Line Item | Provider / Venue | Exact Unit Price / Rate | Total Cost Range | Verified Booking / Info Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Swiss Lodging (2 Nights) | Chalet Landhaus Inn | $165 / night | $330 to $330 | Chalet Landhaus Booking |
| Travel Fuel (Personal Vehicle) | Wisconsin Fuel Stations | $4 / gallon (approx 15 gal) | $60 to $60 | Wisconsin Gas Averages |
| State Park & Trail Admission | New Glarus Woods State Park | $13 resident daily pass | $13 to $13 | Wisconsin DNR Admission |
| Swiss Fondue & Hearthside Dining | Chalet Landhaus Restaurant | $45 to $70 / person | $90 to $140 | Chalet Landhaus Dining |
| Hilltop Winery & Wood-Fired Pizza | Bailey's Run Vineyard & Winery | $35 to $55 / person | $70 to $110 | Bailey's Run Vineyard |
| Brewpub, Cheese Tavern & Taverns | Grumpy Troll Brew Pub, Baumgartner's Cheese Store & Tavern, Puempel's Olde Tavern | $45 to $65 / person | $90 to $130 | Grumpy Troll Brew Pub |
| Swiss Bakery & Brewery Depot | New Glarus Bakery & New Glarus Brewing Co | $32 to $54 / person | $63 to $107 | New Glarus Brewing Co |
| Home Pet Care (4 Dogs in Cudahy) | Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search | $130 to $170 / night | $260 to $340 | Rover Cudahy Pet Sitting |
| TOTAL (All-In Vacation Expenses for Party of 2) | Chalet + Fuel + Park + Fondue + Winery + Brewpub + Bakery + Rover | $488 to $615 / person | $976 to $1,230 total | New Glarus Chamber |