The Amish Country Scenic Byway Is One Of The Dreamiest Country Drives Near Cleveland
By Nikki Rhoades|Published March 27, 2020
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
Ohio’s Amish Country is full of charm. It’s located far enough away from Lake Erie, which is surrounded by land flattened by glaciers, for the landscape to be described as rolling. As you snake down its roads, you never quite know if the next view will be more scenic than the last. An Amish Country road trip from Cleveland is a right of passage for many locals, and it is a trip no Clevelander should go without experiencing at least once.
Longing for a trip through the Ohio Countryside? The Amish Country Byway just might be calling your name.
This incredible and scenic drive, organized by The Ohio Department of Transportation, consists of a 160-mile road trip through the most beautiful portions of Amish Country. Check out an interactive map to start planning your trip.
This scenic drive will take you to the very finest countryside communities.
You'll swing through Millersburg, Berlin, and Sugarcreek, known locally as Ohio's Little Switzerland. The latter stop is known for its massive cuckoo clock, which is said to be the largest in the world.
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In addition to incredible scenery, the road trip accounts for landmarks and local places of interest that are worth visiting.
If you've never visited the Victorian House Museum in Holmes County, you are in for a treat. It is a magnificently preserved local landmark that offers a glimpse into the past... and it's said to be haunted by some of yesteryear's residents.
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This road trip, depending on how much time you spend at stops, may take up to three days... so plan accordingly.
You may wish to segment your trip into several smaller day trips that can be visited at different points of the year, or you may wish to lodge overnight and do it all at once. You'll find some splendid places to stay in the area, including The Barn Inn and The Pine Loft & Maple Lane Farmhouse.
If there's one thing Amish Country is known for, it's home-style cooking. Made-from-scratch bakery finishes off every good meal, and there's no better place to indulge in some pie than Boyd & Wurthmann Restaurant.
And you might as well grab some goodies to take home, too.
Amish Country is an incredible place to visit when you're in need of a grocery run. Fresh local cheeses, breads, meats, and more can be found at all sorts of area markets. You'll enjoy the fun of spending money like a tourist with the security of knowing that your souvenirs will be put to good use.
And if you think you'll just encounter farmland along the way, think again.
Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area is one of many magnificent landscapes you'll encounter along your journey. As the largest marshland outside of Lake Erie's immediate area, this is a true treat out in Wayne and Holmes Counties.
Ohio's Amish Country is gorgeous in each and every season, and this road trip will leave you craving a return adventure.
