🇩🇪 German Village in Columbus:

Nestled just south of downtown, German Village is one of Columbus’ most charming neighborhoods—cobblestone streets, red-brick houses, and a storybook vibe. During my autumn break visit, I stumbled upon romance, picnics, and Halloween magic—here’s the full recap! 💒 A Love Story on the Cobbles While wandering Schiller Park (the neighborhood’s leafy heart), I spotted a newlywed couple taking photos by the fountain. The bride’s lace gown fluttered in the wind, and the groom nervously adjusted his tie—so wholesome that I may or may not have teared up. 🥹 Pro tip: This park is perfect for: ✔️ Picnics (grab pastries from Pistacia Vera) ✔️ Reading under 200-year-old oak trees ✔️ Pretending you’re in a Jane Austen novel 🎃 Halloween Gone Wild German Village takes October decorations seriously. One porch had: ✔️ A 12-ft skeleton sipping “tea” ✔️ A ghostly butler offering candy (motion-activated!) ✔️ A Gothic chandelier made of pumpkins My favorite sight? A top-floor apartment where shadowy silhouettes (mannequins?) posed like a haunted ballroom—hence my photo title: “Rooftop Goblin Gala.” 📸 Photo Ops You Can’t Miss 1️⃣ The Book Loft’s Courtyard: 32 rooms of books + ivy-covered walls. 2️⃣ Franklin Conservatory’s Pumpkins: Art installations through October. 3️⃣ Coffeepot Alley: A tiny street with Instagrammable doors. 🍽️ Fuel for Exploring ▪️ Katzinger’s Deli: Giant sandwiches (get the Reuben!). ▪️ Schmidt’s Sausage Haus: Pretzel buns + cream puffs. ▪️ Fox in the Snow: Best latte art in town. #GermanVillage #ColumbusPhotography #FallVibes #HalloweenDecor #OhioAdventures 🍁📸