Plan a Visit to Vermont in the Fall: Upper Valley Edition Leaf peeping in Vermont’s Upper Valley remains a classic New England “rite of passage.” As summer gradually converts to autumn, the Upper Valley’s diverse forestry magnificently transforms from various hues of green into a colorful, eye-popping meld of marigold, amber, crimson, and kelly. […]
Category: Things to Do in Norwich VT
Plan a Visit to the Norwich Farmers Market
Plan a Visit to the Norwich Farmers Market Since 1977, New Englanders have been flocking to the eclectic, undeniably cheery Norwich Farmers Market, a Saturday morning tradition for locals and repeat travelers alike. Many folks combine an hour at the Farmers Market with a stop at King Arthur Flour’s flagship campus and Windsor’s Artisans […]
Mountain Biking in Vermont’s Upper Valley
Mountain Biking in Vermont’s Upper Valley As we enthusiastically greet summer’s long-awaited arrival, it’s impossible not to ponder the many wondrous outdoor adventures readily available in the Upper Valley, Vermont’s idyllic gully of romance. With operations gradually returning to semi-normalcy, we expect an influx of nature enthusiasts in the coming months who value the […]
The Norwich Inn: An Idyllic Wellness Retreat in New England
The Norwich Inn: An Idyllic Wellness Retreat in New England Researching, planning, and executing a wellness retreat in New England takes years of experience and practice. However, the friendly folks here at The Norwich Inn are here to help piece together a healthy, thoughtful getaway into Vermont’s sprawling Upper Valley. The Upper Valley itself […]
The 5 Prettiest Vermont Waterfalls
The 5 Prettiest Vermont Waterfalls It’s no secret that Vermont boasts a gorgeous, biodiverse landscape. Thus, throughout summer and autumn, hundreds of thousands of nature enthusiasts flock into the Upper Valley to explore the region’s dense forestry in search of heart-stopping mountain overlooks, rolling countrysides, hidden covered bridges, and, of course, quintessential Vermont waterfalls. […]
The Upper Valley’s Prettiest Scenic Overlooks
The Upper Valley’s Prettiest Scenic Overlooks A common mid-day activity for visiting nature enthusiasts here in the Upper Valley is the unending search for the prettiest scenic overlook. Depending on where you live, you might call it a “vista point,” “scenic lookout,” or “scenic point.” Regardless, the Upper Valley is home to dozens of […]
A Beer Lover’s Bucket List: 6 Must-Visit Vermont Breweries
A Beer Lover’s Bucket List: 6 Must-Visit Vermont Breweries Despite showcasing only 66 taprooms, Vermont has the most breweries per capita in America, according to the Brewers Association. So, it should come as no surprise that the Green Mountain State also produces the largest amount of craft beer per adult, which, in turn, had […]
Explore the Upper Valley: Top 3 Museums in Vermont
Explore the Upper Valley: Top 3 Museums in Vermont The state of Vermont was granted statehood in March of 1791, nearly 230 years ago. So, as you can imagine, the Green Mountain State is chock-full of absorbing history, old-world landmarks, and an array of museums. Interestingly enough, The Norwich Inn’s timeline also dates back […]
The 9 Prettiest Covered Bridges in Vermont
The 9 Prettiest Covered Bridges in Vermont Vermont is brimming with history as its statehood was granted all the way back in 1791. And in the late 1830s, covered bridges began to “pop up” in various regions, most notably in the densely-forested Upper Valley. There’s something magically romantic and undeniably picturesque about a […]
Vibrant ‘Upper Valley’ Vermont Fall Colors
Vibrant ‘Upper Valley’ Vermont Fall Colors We’re on the heels of yet another glorious fall season here in Norwich, VT. As the Upper Valley’s lush forestry transforms into a jaw-dropping blend of crimson, amber, marigold, and hunter green, The Norwich Inn welcomes hundreds of “leaf peepers” who are aching to become fully immersed in […]