Things Vermont is Known For 

What Attracts People to Vermont?

Vermont is renowned for its open-minded society, gorgeous rolling mountains, top-notch skiing, and locally grown organic cuisine. Often referred to as the "Green Mountain State" (the French word "vermont" means "green mountain"), Vermont offers a plethora of outdoor activities throughout the year.

Vermont is renowned for its lively artisan villages and its quaint towns that harken back to the New England towns of the early 1800s, despite being the second least populous state in the union (surpassed only by Wyoming).

Eatery and Drinkery in Ermont is well-known for

Every foodie will adore Vermont's offerings, which range from its locally brewed craft beer to its farm-to-table restaurant scene.

 

Ice cream made by Ben & Jerry's

Even if you don't know much about Vermont, you've undoubtedly heard of its renowned ice cream. In addition to being well-known for its unusual and delicious flavours, Ben & Jerry's is renowned for supporting social justice and being loyal to its socially conscious Vermont roots.

Visitors can try new flavours, see the "Flavour Graveyard," where gravestones honour discontinued flavours, and learn about ice cream production on-site at the Ben & Jerry's Factory in Waterbury, Vermont.

Sugar Syrup

More than half of the maple syrup consumed in the US comes from Vermont, which is well-known for producing the syrup. "Sugar shacks" all around the state gather the sap from maple trees in the early spring and boil it down to make the familiar maple syrup.

Making maple syrup takes a lot of time; 40 gallons of sap must be collected for every gallon of syrup. (A maple tree typically yields about ten gallons!) Make sure to sample and buy the many maple products, such as lollipops, fudge, and candies, which are made from Vermont's nectar.

Specialty Beer

Vermont is well-known for its artisan beer industry. Every beer lover will find a beer to suit their taste thanks to local favourites including Lawson's Finest Liquors, Magic Hat, and Fiddlehead.

You're in for a great treat if you enjoy IPAs. Two favourites in the genre are Lawson's Sip of Sunshine and The Alchemist's Heady Topper. If you are brave enough to try Lawson's triple IPA, it's my personal favourite, Triple Sip of Sunshine.

 

An alcoholic apple cider

Not a big beer drinker? Not to worry, Vermont is also well-known for its apple cider (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). With unusual flavours like maple, Citizen Cider in Burlington is a must-visit for any cider enthusiast.

Non-alcoholic apple cider

Not a drinker?- The Cold Hollow Cider Mill in Stowe, Vermont, is well-known. Enjoy their house-made apple cider and a variety of apple-baked products in a distinctive "country store" setting. The apple cider jelly and donuts are absolutely must-have items!

Fresh Food from Farms

Vermont is renowned for its dedication to using food that is grown nearby. In Vermont, local foods and fresh produce are likely to be found wherever you go. Apart from its flourishing farm-to-table dining industry, Vermont is home to hundreds of farmer's markets where local farmers and craftspeople set up shop to sell their wares.

The most well-known is the Brattleboro Farmer's Market, where you can obtain fresh bread, cheeses, and a wide variety of vegetables in addition to handcrafted clothes, jewellery, and soaps.

 
Cabot Cheese Vermont is renowned for its dairy products, and one of its most well-known exports is Cabot Cheese. Move over, Wisconsin. Cabot Cheese, well-known for its strong variations of Vermont cheddar, is a staple in any Vermonter's household.

Make sure to visit their store in Waterbury, Vermont, or the plant in Cabot, Vermont, for complimentary samples and cheese-related goods.

Vermont is renowned for its natural beauty

Vermont is well-known for its year-round natural beauty, but it also draws tourists with a wide range of outdoor activities and wildlife.

Snowboarding and skiing

The greatest snow on the east coast can be found in Vermont, which makes for an ideal day spent skiing. There are several ski resorts in Vermont that can accommodate your ability level.

There are numerous well-known resorts, such Killington and Stowe Resort, as well as numerous more sedate local favourites, like Sugarbush Resort and Mad River Glen. Enjoy a drink in the resort lounge by the fireplace or hit the slopes and take advantage of the fresh powder.

 

Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing

Not a snowboarder or skier? You may still take advantage of Vermont's winters by going snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. A lot of ski areas provide different kinds of snow sports.

A naturalist will lead you on guided snowshoe trips into the woods, pointing out local animal tracks, bear marks, and tree species at the Mad River Glen ski resort.

Ski resorts in the summer

Even though ski communities tend to slow down in the summer, summertime activities like disc golfing, hiking, bicycling, and ziplining are still popular on their slopes. The summer months in Vermont are underappreciated gems, with the state's sweeping green mountains teeming with native fauna and wildflowers.

The college towns of Vermont are well-known

Vermont is well-known for its excellent educational options and offers competitive post-graduate language and writing programmes in addition to a large number of elite universities.

Vermont University in Burlington, Vermont

Nestled in the centre of Vermont's capital city of Burlington, the University of Vermont provides its students with a comprehensive liberal arts education. The college is well-known for its biology and environmental studies departments, medical school, and Division 1 hockey (Go Catamounts!).

 

Middlebury, Vermont's Middlebury College

Renowned Bread Loaf Writers Conference and intensive Middlebury Language Programmes are two of Middlebury College's most well-known offerings. These summertime post-educational opportunities draw students from all across the world.

Vermont has a traditional New England vibe about it.

Prepare to be transported back in time to the mid-1800s New England by Vermont's charming little villages and immaculate forests.

 

Robert Frost, poet

Renowned New England poet Robert Frost spent a portion of his life in Vermont, and his poetry captures the state's unspoiled forests and charming villages. Experience Robert Frost's late 1800s wooded environment firsthand by taking a stroll along the Middlebury Robert Frost Interpretive Trail.

Covered Bridges

Vermont is well-known for its charming covered bridges from the middle of the 1800s. The roughly 100 bridges that span the state and offer a window into pre-industrial life are a photographer's dream come true. The Pulp Mill bridge in Middlebury, the oldest of the bridges, is remarkable in that it still has two lanes.