Guidebook for Pella
Parks & Nature
The 14-mile Volksweg Trail is a continually developing asphalt path. Currently, the trail connects Pella from the Pella Public Library trailhead to the Howell Station Campground. From there, the trail follows the Des Moines River and winds through the North Overlook woods. The trail continues along the north side of the lake to the Fifield Recreation Area. The trail passes through mature timbered areas, restored prairies, pine plantations, open areas and offers fantastic views of Lake Red Rock. Benches for resting are available along the way.
Volksweg Trail
Volksweg TrailThe 14-mile Volksweg Trail is a continually developing asphalt path. Currently, the trail connects Pella from the Pella Public Library trailhead to the Howell Station Campground. From there, the trail follows the Des Moines River and winds through the North Overlook woods. The trail continues along the north side of the lake to the Fifield Recreation Area. The trail passes through mature timbered areas, restored prairies, pine plantations, open areas and offers fantastic views of Lake Red Rock. Benches for resting are available along the way.
Food Scene
Specialties: Bologna made fresh in Pella, dried beef, summer sausage, brats. Catering.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Jaarsma Bakery
727 Franklin St Specialties: Bologna made fresh in Pella, dried beef, summer sausage, brats. Catering.
Specialities: American, Italian and Greek cuisine; sandwiches, salads, pizza, pastas, steaks, and seafood.
Kaldera Restaurant & Lounge
1205 Washington StSpecialities: American, Italian and Greek cuisine; sandwiches, salads, pizza, pastas, steaks, and seafood.
Drinks & Nightlife
Tour the winery and vineyards; picnic on the terrace or come for one of many special dining events.
6 recommandé par les habitants
Tassel Ridge Winery
1681 220th StTour the winery and vineyards; picnic on the terrace or come for one of many special dining events.
Entertainment & Activities
Historic 1900 opera house that features musical and theatrical performances October through May as well as meeting and conference facilities.
641.628.8628
Pella Opera House
611 Franklin StHistoric 1900 opera house that features musical and theatrical performances October through May as well as meeting and conference facilities.
641.628.8628
Shopping
Hy-Vee
809 W Rock Island StPurchase all your food needs!
Sightseeing
Be our guest for the 83rd annual Tulip Time celebration! This family-friendly event May 3-5, 2018 features parades, Dutch costumes and demonstrations, performances, a craft and vendor fair, quilt and flower shows, and beautiful tulip gardens! All of these activities are set in picturesque Pella, Iowa, a charming Dutch community with parks and architecture reminiscent of historic Netherlands.
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Tulip Time Festival Office
42 W 8th StBe our guest for the 83rd annual Tulip Time celebration! This family-friendly event May 3-5, 2018 features parades, Dutch costumes and demonstrations, performances, a craft and vendor fair, quilt and flower shows, and beautiful tulip gardens! All of these activities are set in picturesque Pella, Iowa, a charming Dutch community with parks and architecture reminiscent of historic Netherlands.