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Rhinebeck is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley, just 100
miles from NYC
and was founded in 1686 by Dutch settlers; many of their descendants
still live in the
area today. In 1979, the village was recognized and placed on the
National Register of
Historic Places. The architecture has been
preserved. ENJOY a stroll in this charming
village and view some of the finest historic homes.
Rhinebeck's scenic beauty is easily accessible from New York City and
most points in
the Northeast. The drive along Taconic Parkway is beautiful and
relaxing. Amtrak runs
along the Hudson River, offering magnificent views and stops at the
Rhinecliff Station,
a hamlet of Rhinebeck, just three miles east.
Activities
abound all four seasons. Area residents cherish Rhinebeck's historic roots
and bucolic setting and have set aside large tracts of land for the
public to enjoy.
Burger Hill, Ferncliff Forest and Poet's Walk offer popular hiking
trails with Catskill
Mountain and Hudson River Views. Thomas Thompson - Sally Mazzarella Park,
which is within walking distance from the center of the Rhinebeck village.
The Dutchess Fairgrounds host The Rhinebeck Antiques Fair and Crafts
Fair in the
spring and fall and the famous Dutchess County Fair in August. Autumn brings
gorgeous foliage along with the Sheep and Wool festival at the
fairgrounds. During the summer and early fall air shows take place at
the Aerodrome. One can shop for
bountiful, locally grown food at the Rhinebeck Farmer's Market, May through
November.
The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College offer world-class
performances all year round. Rhinebeck Performing Arts and The
Upstate Theater are
local cultural treasures. In December Rhinebeck celebrates
SinterKlaas, a traditional
Christmas festival for the whole family.
Rhinebeck
has been called the "Jewel of the Hudson". Rhinebeck
maintains a good balance of preservation and progress. The
spirit of Rhinebeck is in its people. The ENJOY RHINEBECK
participants have joy in knowing that they live and work in such a
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