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Mount Horeb An enchanting village set in the scenic countryside Norwegian settlers left their influence in Mount Horeb, a community northeast of Dodgeville. Its many small shops are filled with artwork, antiques and carvings of magical ancient trolls. Several bakeries offer mouth-watering pasteries and lots of other goodies to tempt your appetite, Mount Horeb is the home of the Mustard Museum which features about 2,250 mustards. Just outside of town is a scenic Norse settlement called Little Norway. Tours are given by costumed guides through this farmstead which was built by Norwegian immigrants in 1856 and a replica of a Norwegian church that was in the Chicago World Exhibition over a hundred years ago. Cave of the Mounds, a national natural landmark is also near Mount Horeb. Here, visitors can explore inside the caverns known for their variety and color of stalactites, stalagmites and rock columns. Like so much of southwestern Wisconsin, Mount Horeb has beautiful spots for hiking, bicycling, swimming and picnicking. The 39.6 mile Military Ridge Bicycle Trail borders the edge of town and is a favorite for both leisure walkers and avid exercisers. Skiers will enjoy the close proximity of Tyrol Basin. This ski resort has a range of runs from beginners to moguls, in addition to some racing programs. Many employees of Lands' End find the tranquil and friendly community of Mount Horeb a nice place to comr home at the end of the day.
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