Hermann
Hermann, MO
A German-settled town on the Missouri River, with brick houses on a steep street grid and vineyards on the surrounding hills. Walk Main Street, visit a winery tasting room and consider the nearby Katy Trail for an easy ride.
Hermann was founded in 1837 by the German Settlement Society of Philadelphia and named after Hermann (Arminius), the Germanic chieftain who defeated Roman legions in AD 9. The town sits at an elevation of about 161 m (528 ft) on the south side of the Missouri River and had roughly 2,200 residents in 2020. The Hermann wine region was recognized in 1983 as one of the first American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), and Stone Hill is considered the largest winemaking business in the state.
Plan half a day to a full day: stroll the historic streets, visit a winery, and stop at one of the sausage makers, since Hermann calls itself the sausage-making capital of Missouri. Maifest (third weekend in May) and Oktoberfest (the first four weekends in October) draw big crowds, so arrive early on those dates. The Katy Trail, a bike path about 360 km (225 miles) long, passes through McKittrick on the opposite bank of the river.
- Nearest town
- Hermann, MO
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 38.7089, -91.4371
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 May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June. Hot in July. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Hermann Campground - gravel lot sectionCampsite1 mi from HermannTentsCaravans
- Hermann City Park CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Hermann · 25 pitchesCaravans
- Hermann City Park CampgroundCampsite1 mi from HermannTents
- Jonesburg Gardens CampgroundCampsite13 mi from Hermann
- Camp TrinityCampsite14 mi from HermannWi-Fi
- Hickory Ridge CampgroundCampsite15 mi from HermannElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
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FAQs
Where is Hermann?
Hermann is in Hermann, MO, at GPS 38.7089, -91.4371. It is about 31 mi from Augusta.
Can you camp near Hermann?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Hermann Campground - gravel lot section, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Hermann?
Places worth a stop nearby: Meramec Caverns (37 mi), Missouri State Capitol (41 mi), Onondaga Cave State Park (46 mi) and Ted Drewes Frozen Custard (63 mi).
When is the best time to visit Hermann?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)