Michigan ist einer der vielseitigsten und am meisten unterschätzten Bundesstaaten der USA – der sogenannte „Great Lakes State“ beeindruckt mit malerischen Küstenlandschaften am Michigansee, charmanten Kleinstädten, nationalen Naturschutzgebieten und einer lebendigen Stadtkultur. Auf dieser Seite sind alle Michigan-Reiseberichte von miles-around gesammelt: persönliche Erfahrungsberichte aus einem Roadtrip durch den Mittleren Westen der USA im Jahr 2018.
Die Berichte führen vom Tulpen Festival in Holland, Michigan über die beeindruckenden Sleeping Bear Dunes am Michigansee, die Weinregion Traverse City und die malerische Old Mission Peninsula bis hin zu Frankenmuth mit seinen deutschen Fachwerkhäusern, den Outlet-Centern in Birch Run sowie Detroit und Ann Arbor. Die Beiträge richten sich an Reisende und Paare, die den Mittleren Westen der USA abseits der bekannten Metropolen auf eigene Faust erkunden und wissen möchten, was Michigan wirklich zu bieten hat
On our road trip through the Midwest of the USA, a stop in Detroit, the "Motor City", was of course a must. Detroit is a city full of contrasts that fascinates with its lively art scene, historic architecture and exciting history. Just around the corner is Ann Arbor, a charming university town with cosy cafés, independent bookshops and green parks.
Our journey continues through Michigan's picturesque landscapes, from the charming seaside town of Traverse City to the cultural and culinary treasures of Frankenmuth and the shopping opportunities of Birch Run. Experience the incredible diversity of this region, from the gentle waves of Lake Michigan to the German half-timbered houses and vibrant outlet centres. Join us on our amazing road trip through the breathtaking Great Lakes State!
Our second day in Traverse City got off to a very leisurely start and we didn't set off on our tour until around 10.00 am. We drove to the Old Mission Peninsula, a headland that juts out into Grand Travers Bay.
In the second part of our road trip through the American Midwest, we continued north into Michigan. Our destination for the day was the Sleeping Bear Dunes near Traverse City, also known as the "Cherry Capital." This leg of our journey was very special to us, as we have very personal memories associated with this region.
After two eventful days in Chicago, we now start our road trip through the Midwest of the USA. Our first destination was the city of Cadillac in the state of Michigan. On the way we visited the biggest tulip festival in Holland. What else we visited, you will find out in the following article.