📷 Photo by Terrance Agar on UnsplashGruene Historic District
New Braunfels, TX
A preserved German cotton-town center with Gruene Hall, the oldest continuously operating dance hall in Texas. Come in the evening for live music; parking is tight on weekends.
- Nearest town
- New Braunfels, TX
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 29.7383, -98.1053
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January–February and May. Hot in June–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Camp Huaco SpringsCampsite3 mi from Gruene Historic District
- Stone Creek RV ParkMotorhome stopover13 mi from Gruene Historic DistrictMotorhomes
- San Marcos River RetreatCampsite15 mi from Gruene Historic DistrictTentsCaravans
- Spencer's Canoe and Shady Grove CampgroundCampsite17 mi from Gruene Historic District
- San Marcos River ResortMotorhome stopover20 mi from Gruene Historic District · 200 pitchesTentsMotorhomesElectricityToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Horseshoe Ridge RV ResortMotorhome stopover22 mi from Gruene Historic DistrictMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
All campsites in Texas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Gruene Historic District?
Gruene Historic District is in New Braunfels, TX, at GPS 29.7383, -98.1053. It is about 32 mi from San Antonio.
Can you camp near Gruene Historic District?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camp Huaco Springs, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 45 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Gruene Historic District?
Gruene Historic District is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Down the Guadalupe: maples, cypress and dance halls.
What is there to see near Gruene Historic District?
Places worth a stop nearby: Guadalupe River State Park (25 mi), The Alamo (31 mi), San Antonio River Walk (32 mi) and Mission San José (34 mi).
When is the best time to visit Gruene Historic District?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January–February and May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)