Luckenbach, a former trading post established in 1849, is now a dancehall, general store and bar made famous by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings’ 1976 classic country hit. Don’t miss the weekday Pickers Circle.

Visitors can take in a tour and tasting at Grape Creek Vineyards, one of more than 20 wineries located along Fredericksburg’s Wine Road 290.

The Fredericksburg Brewing Company is considered the oldest and most acclaimed brewpub in Texas with award-winning German Helles and Keller beers.

Get your hot sauce fix at Rustlin’ Robs Texas Gourmet Foods, from 100% Pain to Raspberry Thunder Sauce. Some are so hot you need to sign a release form before sampling them.

vawn