OHIO AMISH WINE AND CHEESE TRAIL #2
Looking for a little getaway? Enjoy traveling the back roads of Ohio in search of new places? Like wine? Then you have landed at the right place. My Ohio Fun would like to share with you our second in a series of Ohio winery road trips.
On this road trip you will have the option to visit 3 wineries, 4 cheese stops, the area’s favorite chocolate maker, a farm market & bakery, learn a little about Amish & Mennonite history and visit a Giant Cuckoo Clock . Please note that the wineries and other stops are only open on select days of the week.
Things to know before you go:
- Check with each location before heading out. Open hours may vary.
- Pack a cooler for all your perishable purchases.
- Don’t forget your camera.
- We have taken the liberty of adding a few additional side stops which do not sell wine and cheese, but do sell items for your wine and cheese picnic basket.
OHIO AMISH WINE AND CHEESE TRAIL #2
There is no particular order to drive this road trip. We did however create the trip in a way that your trip would start at those establishments open earlier and finishing up at the wineries. Always continuing in a forward motion.
Wishing you a fun day of road tripping!
HOLMES COUNTY
HEINI’S CHEESE CHALET
6005 Country Route 77, Millersburg, OH
330.893.2131 | heinis.com
Hours: May 1-Dec 31 – Mon-Sat 8am-6pm| Jan 2-April 30 Mon-Sat 8am-5pm | Closed Sundays
A wide selection of Bunker Hill Cheeses, spreads, Troyer Bologna, jellies, jams, sweets, snacks, and more can be found at this 3rd generation cheese factory. Allow time to view the cheese making mural.
To view the cheese making process click here.
SIDE STOP
AMISH & MENNONITE HERITAGE CENTER
5798 County Road 77, Millersburg, OH 44654
330-893-3192 | behalt.com
Hours
March-November: Mon – Sat: 9am – 5pm
December – February: Mon-Sat: 9am-4:30pm
If this is your first time visiting the Heritage Center, you are not going to want to skip the 30-minute tour of the history of the Amish, Mennonites and Hutterites on the Behalt cyclorama. I knew a little bit about the heritage of the religion, but after the tour I have a whole new appreciation for the area and the beliefs of the Amish. The guides are extremely knowledgeable and are not afraid to answer all your questions pertaining to the Amish and Mennonite culture.
“The cyclorama begins and ends with a prominent illustration of Jesus Christ, displayed in dazzling warmth. A local Amish guide begins the tour by describing “Behalt,” the remarkable 10 foot high by 265 foot-long mural that illustrates the history of the Anabaptist religion.”
“The cyclorama begins and ends with a prominent illustration of Jesus Christ, displayed in dazzling warmth. A local Amish guide begins the tour by describing “Behalt,” the remarkable 10 foot high by 265 foot-long mural that illustrates the history of the Anabaptist religion.”
My Ohio Fun Road Trip Notes:
Public bathrooms available.
Handicapped accessible.
Allow time to take the tour and view the historical displays in the museum area. There is also a gift shop located in the museum
The name Behalt, means “to keep, hold, remember.”
SIDE STOP
HERSHBERGER’S FARM & BAKERY
5452 State Route 557, Millersburg, OH 44654
330.674.6096 | discoverholmescounty.com
Open Mon-Sat 8am-5pm | Closed Sundays.
You will find a farm store, a seasonal petting zoo, bakery that includes fresh-baked goods, and locally canned items, as well as produce.
My Ohio Fun Road Trip note: The creamsticks and fry pies are amazing!
GUGGISBERG CHEESE
5060 SR 557, Millersburg, OH
330.893.2500 | babyswiss.com
Closed Sundays.
Home of the Guggisberg Cheese Baby Swiss wheel. You will also find a nice selection of other cheeses and spreads, that you can enjoy with your wine later. Make sure you check out their collection of cuckoo clocks.
My Ohio Fun Road Trip Note: I like to purchase an extra Baby Swiss round to freeze and use at a later date.
SIDE TRIP:
There is always time to stop for chocolate.
COBLENTZ CHOCOLATE CO.
4917 OH-515, Walnut Creek, OH
800.338.9341 | coblentzchocolates.com
Hours: Mon-Sat 9am -6pm
When in Ohio’s Amish Country, Coblentz Chocolate is the go to place for all things chocolate. Coblentz uses fresh, local cream and butter in their confections, plus a high percent cocoa butter. You can definitely taste the difference. No matter when you visit, Coblentz offers a nice selection of seasonal chocolates.
My Ohio Fun Road Trip Note: Some of my favorite purchases are the sea salt caramels, the chocolate covered pretzels and of course a bag of Amish Road Apples. Did I mention the monster munch?
Public restroom is available.
WALNUT CREEK CHEESE & MARKET
2641 SR 39, Walnut Creek, OH
330.852.2888 | walnutcreekcheese.com
Not only will you find cheese, you will also find bakery items, deli, jams and jellies, bulk food items, produce, kitchen items and a variety of meats.
For even more fun things to do in Holmes, Ohio order your free visitor guide here.
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY
SIDE TRIP:
THE WORLD’S LARGEST CUCKOO CLOCK
Corner of Main Street and Broadway in Sugarcreek
The World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock is located in the center of Swiss Village in Sugarcreek. The clock is over 23 feet tall and 24 feet wide. Every half hour, a cuckoo bird pops out and then you hear Swiss polka music playing as the band emerges and a couple dances.
BREITENBACH WINE CELLARS
5934 Old Route 39 NW, Dover, OH 44622
330.343.3603 | breitenbachwine.com
Today, the winery produces over 40 varieties of grape and fruit wines. Wine tours and tastings are available.
The winery also sells a selection of meats and cheeses that you can enjoy with your wine. The Indoor & Outdoor Cafe’ serves fresh salads and wood-fired pizzas Monday through Saturday 11am-3pm. Check their website for any updates and a list of entertainment (May-October).
BROAD RUN CHEESEHOUSE & SWISS HERITAGE WINERY
6011 Old Rt. 39 NW, Dover, OH 44622
800.332.3358 | 330.343.4108 | swissheritagewinery.com
Find cheese, wine and snacks at the cheesehouse. Also located on the property is Hans’ Place. A restaurant and tasting room.
SILVER MOON WINERY
4915 Old Route 39 NW, Dover, OH 44622
330.602.6040 | silvermoonwinery.com
The winery sell over 40 styles of wine. They also offers a selection of snacks such as smoke sausage, truffles, crackers, and various cheeses.
“The winery uses juice imported from major grape & wine regions around the world.”
We hope you find time to enjoy this fun road trip through Ohio’s Amish Country. This trip is one of two Ohio Wine and Cheese Trails that we have created for the region. Please reach out if you have any questions.
(Road Trip Disclaimer: All of our trails are drive at your own risk. MyOhioFun.com wants to remind everyone that driving under the influence is against the law in Ohio. Also, please be mindful of the Amish buggies that use the same roads. Slow-down over hills and be mindful of those on bikes and who are walking.)
Article and photos, unless noted by: D. Rock, MyOhioFun.com
Diane Rock is the owner and editor of MyOhioFun.com and the Tea Cup Rescue Society. She is an avid baker, gardener, Little Free Library owner, who loves to read and travel. She spends most of her days sharing her love of things to do in Ohio, as well as creating destinations and itineraries for group tours and individual travelers.
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