Alpenrose Vail

This Charming Western Town Is Right Out of a Storybook—With European-inspired Architecture and Incredible Mountain Views

"To fully embrace the town’s Bavarian heritage, I venture over to this local classic (since 1974), where twinkly lights, flowers, and outdoor tables covered with beer steins and soft pretzels signal I’ve arrived; I grab an outdoor table under a heat lamp and order the German pretzel and pork schnitzel." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines