Downtown Helen, Georgia. Photo by @gcalebjones
Helen

Immerse yourself in the Bavarian village of Northeast Georgia! It's more than a bustling, artistic shopping district; the smells and sights will delight your senses. 

Feast on delicious German delicacies and float the beautiful Chattahoochee River, which flows gently through Helen, a re-creation of a Bavarian Alpine village, complete with cobblestone streets. Local history is linked to the Cherokee Indians and early settlers who came to mine for gold and work in the lumber industry. Helen now has more than 200 specialty and import shops offering everything from candle making and glass blowing to cuckoo clocks and quilts. Dining options range from traditional German fare to traditional Southern. 

A favorite getaway is Unicoi State Park with trails for hiking and biking as well as swimming and boating on Unicoi Lake. Stop for a wine tasting at Habersham Winery or for some "Georgia Ice-Cream," otherwise known as grits, at Nora Mill Granary.

Recreation is in abundance with fly-fishing, golfing, horseback riding, tubing and paddling. Attractions include Charlemagne's Kingdom, the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway and waterfalls.

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Helen every fall with a parade, live music, dancing, German-style food and drink, and a festive atmosphere that will make you think you've traveled all the way to Germany! Check the calendar of events for more festivals and fun throughout the year in Helen.

Learn More about Alpine Helen/White County

Visitor Information Center

726 Brucken Strasse
Helen, GA
30545
Local: (706) 878-2181
Free: (800) 858-8027
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