Thank you for visiting Frankenmuth. Our family operates the Bavarian Belle riverboat, an authentic SternDriven Paddlewheel riverboat. We offer a 1-hour …
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Feb 1, 2025
Great riverboat tour of the Frankenmuth area. Family owned and operated business. Open air as well as closed air seating available. Great for everyone!Full review by Amanda A
Oct 18, 2024
My mom and sisters and I did the boat tour today. My mom has limited mobility and the staff were great about providing a wheelchair and by pushing her up and down the ramp to the boat. The boat ride …Full review by pensativae
Oct 17, 2024
Really enjoyed this riverboat ride down the Cass River. The narrator was the owner and truly is passionate & knowledgeable about his boat and the Frankenmuth area. Brought our dog and she enjoyed the…Full review by tbooth32
How much is the cost for a ride and are you available all day Saturday?
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it was $12 adults $10 for seniors we had no children so I don;t know the price (there were lots of children on our ride) they do close for the winter because they show you the spot …
it was $12 adults $10 for seniors we had no children so I don;t know the price (there were lots of children on our ride) they do close for the winter because they show you the spot where they pull it in for the winter so you would have to contact them, but I would guess until mid Oct It was well worth it a lot of run, relaxing, very interesting drinks and popcorn available on board, nice bathrooms It was an hour trip
My son will be 2.5 years old this summer when we are in the area. Is this something that a toddler that age would enjoy? Also, are the side guard rails close enough together and high enough not to be a major concern with young children?
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We do have families of all ages on the Belle throughout the season. We do find that young children are fascinated with the paddlewheel and the animals we see. Yes, the railing is all …
We do have families of all ages on the Belle throughout the season. We do find that young children are fascinated with the paddlewheel and the animals we see. Yes, the railing is all certified for height and width by the Coast Guard. Thanks, Captain Mitch