Towards the end of November I traveled to Europe in my car. I got to Denmark in about 2 hours driving, can you believe it.
Actually, Solvang is a Danish village near Los Angeles. You really feel like you are in a true European town because of the people and the culture they share with you.
I stayed in town for 2 nights at the Solvang Inn and Cottages.
1518 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA
(805)688-4702
This is one of the oldest hotels in Solvang and is owned by a Danish bakery family.You can have some fresh Danish pastry compliments of the house across the street at their cafe.
It is a fairy tale themed cozy hotel, I recommend here for a family with small children.
The reason why I chose this hotel was the location! From this hotel you can walk everywhere in the town with ease.
Solvang is also famous for wine tasting bars so....you don't want to have to drive here.
My reason to come back to Solvang is this store...
1679 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
(800)621-1679
This is the only one chocolatier which is handmade by Danish people in Solvang.
Their chocolate truffles are amazing, they taste like a sweet Danish dream.
If you are a chocolate lover, you need to try this at least once in your life!
It is Hans Christian Andersen who is the author of "The Little Mermaid", "The Ugly Duckling", and "Thumbelina".
In Solvang you can visit his museum and find his original fairy tales.
1680 Mission Drive, Solvang CA
(805)688-2052
This is a replica of the famous mermaid statue in Copenhagen, Denmark.
I was quite interested by the mermaid actually having legs.
She looks so sad and meaningful.
There is a wonderful playground for kids and dogs!
900 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang CA 93463
(805)688-5575
Apple season is August to November.
Depending on the season they have different kinds such as Gala, Golden, Red Delicious, Fuji, and Granny Smith apples.
The apples are organic and pesticide free and admittance doesn't cost a thing. You just pay for whatever you pick.
1200 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang CA 93463
(805)688-5481
