COVERED BRIDGE

Formerly named Wertz’s Covered Bridge, the historic wooden covered bridge stretches from Bern Township to Spring Township, spanning 204 feet crossing the Tulpehocken Creek. The structure serves as a walkway entrance to the Berks County Heritage Center, home to the Gruber Wagon Works. It is one of the few remaining covered bridges in the county and is on the National Register of Historic Places, having been added in 1978. The bridge also acts as a connector to the Union Canal Bicycle and Walking Trail, and the Red Bridge Recreation Area is home to a picnic pavilion and badminton court.

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Crystal Cave

The milky white formations found in this piece of natural history have thrilled visitors for more than 145 years. Plan a visit to the site near Kutztown and take in a one-hour tour where guides will lead you 125 feet underground showing off and explaining all nature has created around you. Bring a light sweater or jacket (and comfortable walking shoes), as the cave temperature holds steady at 54 degrees. Unable to visit in person? You can enjoy a virtual tour online.

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