How to Savor Peach Season in Fredericksburg

How to Savor Peach Season in Fredericksburg

Experience the best of peach season with wine tours, mouthwatering ice creams, and bountiful orchards. Here are some suggestions to make your summer in Fredericksburg extra sweet.

Embark on the Peach Express Wine Tour

Hop on board for a wine-sampling adventure through the countryside’s top breweries and vineyards. The Life’s a Peach tour offers customizable stops, ideal for sampling fruit-infused wines. Wander through a castle while enjoying a peachy Sweet Sunrise or relish the pineapple-infused rosé at Barons Creek. Don't miss the popular peach wine at Fat Ass Ranch and Winery. Discover more about the tour here.
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Journey Along the Fruit-Lined Road

Drive along Highway 290 and Highway 87 in Fredericksburg to discover the true gems of peach season: the orchards. Delight in sweet peach cobbler at Vogel or pick your own fruit at Jenschke. For a complete list of Gillespie County’s growers, check out the Hill Country Fruit Council.

Discover Das Peach Haus at Fischer & Wieser’s Farmstead

Nestled on the expansive property of Mark Wieser and Case Fischer, you’ll find a cooking school, a distillery, and a historic general store all within a half-mile. Explore the jellies and jams at Das Peach Haus, a charming wooden cabin built from German logs, then head next door to Dietz Distillery for lakeside views and craft brews. For a gourmet experience, book a curated dinner at the Culinary Adventure Cooking School nearby. Located at 1406 S. US Hwy. 87, Fredericksburg.

Stroll Through the Market Square

Every week, the Marktplatz von Fredericksburg hosts the Fredericksburg Farmers Market, where dozens of vendors gather. The scent of wood-fired pizza fills the air as locals peruse food trucks and farm stands for unique local products. Be sure to try the Fredericksburg Peach gelato from Oro Bianco, made with fresh water buffalo milk and hand-picked local fruit. The market is open Thursdays from 4-7 p.m. at 126 W. Main St., Fredericksburg.

Enjoy Peach Cider at Burg’s Corner

For almost 75 years, Jimmy Duecker Orchards has been the heart of Burg’s Corner, offering an array of peach products. The retail space features over 100 items, including sweet salsas, honey butters, and their best-selling peach cider. Savor an ice-cold glass of cider and grab a scoop of homemade ice cream at the in-house eatery. Don’t forget to pick up some Burg’s merchandise before you leave. Visit them at 15194 US-290, Stonewall.