Gruene is a district and former town located within the city of New Braunfels, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 for its history as a significant cotton production area. The beautiful district, which is located along the banks of the Guadalupe River, is home to many preserved historic structures dating back to its founding, including the 1872 Gruene Family home, which has been converted into the Victorian-style Gruene Mansion Inn. The 1878 Gruene Hall is known as Texas' oldest dance hall, attracting famed performers like Willie Nelson and Gregg Allman. Other historic attractions include the 1925 Gruene General Store, the lovely Grapevine wine tasting room, and restaurants like the Gruene Coffee Haus. The district is also known as a prime spot for swimming and inner tubing at a number of sites along the Guadalupe River.

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