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Jaarsma Bakery
A Pella institution for Dutch letters, the flaky S-shaped puff pastry filled with almond paste, plus windmill bread and almond-filled banket. Lines wrap the counter on weekends, so go early.
Vander Ploeg Bakery
The other Pella bakery for Dutch letters, with scratch-made puff pastry baked fresh daily, a few doors down from its rival. Locals split into camps, so buy a letter at each and compare.
Volksweg Trail
A long paved trail whose name means the people's path, running from the edge of town through timber and prairie to Lake Red Rock. Start at the in-town trailhead; it passes Tassel Ridge Winery, a popular bike-to-wine stop.
Cordova Park Observation Tower
A tall observation tower on the north side of Lake Red Rock, with a long enclosed staircase up to wide views over the lake. The cage enclosure makes it safe for kids.
Pella Opera House
A restored performing-arts venue with a theater organ, ornate tin ceiling, and a year-round concert lineup. Free self-guided tours run during the day even when there is no show, so pop in for the stained glass and pressed tin.
Tassel Ridge Winery
One of Iowa's largest wineries, with award-winning bottles, free tastings, and a patio over the vineyards just southeast of town. It sits right on the Volksweg Trail, so locals bike out to it, and wood-fired pizza is served on the patio.
Vermeer Windmill
The tallest working windmill in North America, an authentic Dutch-built grain mill reassembled in the heart of Pella's historic village. The guided climb led by costumed millers takes you up all five floors to views from the top.
Pella Historical Village
A self-guided collection of more than twenty restored Dutch-heritage buildings, a miniature village, and a pioneer cabin, all on the same campus as the windmill. Allow a couple of hours to wander at your own pace.