May 8, 2025 - 10 Serene New Hampshire Towns for a Weekend Retreat - WorldAtlas

"Another fabulous find in the heart of the White Mountains, Franconia combines tranquility and natural wonder. Start your visit at Franconia Notch State Park, home to breathtaking trails, Echo Lake, and the famous Flume Gorge. For a fun alternative, head to Franconia Notch Stables for a horseback ride or, in winter, a sleigh ride through wooded trails. You can also get a bird’s-eye view of the landscape on the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway. This amazing attraction rises 4,100 feet, so visitors can see all of the nearby area.

Stay at the Franconia Inn, a countryside property with mountain views, a complimentary breakfast, and easy access to hiking paths. For a fun alternative, head to Franconia Notch Stables for a horseback ride or, in winter, a sleigh ride through wooded trails."

May 31, 2024 - At age 40-plus, ‘old men’ gear up for spirited annual rugby festival - Boston Globe

"On the first Saturday of June, clubs from New England and Canada convene with teams of their finest players aged 40 or older. Each side gets two matches on the green fields across from Franconia Inn.

'We’re happy to be part of this continuing tradition', said Franconia Inn’s owner Linda Ricciardelli. 'It’s definitely good for business on a traditionally quieter weekend, when summer vacation plans haven’t kicked into full gear yet.'

Ricciardelli said the Connecticut Grey Rugby Club booked most of the rooms at the Inn this year. The other clubs will head to their accommodations eventually, but first they will socialize under covered tents around elaborate grill set-ups, with the South Shore Anchors bringing a literal ton of propane to cook oysters all evening."

February 4, 2025 - Sixtysomethings get a second chance at romance after a loss - Boston Globe

"Their small ceremony at the Franconia Inn in Franconia, N.H. would be family only — 14 guests, including Brian’s three daughters, Carolyn’s daughter and son, and their families. 

The ceremony, which took place in the inn’s dining room, was not religious. However, it included a hand-fasting ritual, a Celtic tradition in which a couple’s hands are wrapped together and freed from a strip of fabric, forming a knot. (Thus the phrase, “Tying the knot.”)

Carolyn carried a bouquet made by Emily Herzig of EH Floral that included lilies of the valley, which symbolize a return to happiness, a journey Brian documented in his vows, down to the hour.

“Three years, 364 days, and 19 hours after we talked that New Year’s Day,” he says, “we married.”

December 23, 2024 - This Historic New England Ski Spot Offers Panoramic Views, Affordable Slopes, and a Legendary Tram - Travel + Leisure

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Peaks Pub: A few miles west of Cannon at the Franconia Inn, Peaks Pub offers après festivities every Saturday. Come for fireside pub grub and weekly “tap takeovers” by breweries from around New England.

November 27, 2024 - Creative Cocktails & Mocktails - Visit NH

This mocktail captures all the cozy holiday vibes. The Franconia Inn’s Kinsman Cider blends zero-proof whisky and non-alcoholic chardonnay with a rich, poached pear and raisin-infused maple syrup. Complemented by warming spices like cinnamon and cloves, and finished with local apple cider, it’s bursting with flavor and sure to become a holiday favorite.

November 11, 2024 - The Best Skiing in the Northeast, From Maine to Vermont - Conde Nast Traveler

"Ask anyone from the world of ski racing and they’ll say that some of the best skiers in the world come from New Hampshire, specifically in the White Mountains region. While Cannon Mountain offers trails for all abilities, there are parts of this New Hampshire classic which skew on the steeper, more challenging side—this is, after all, where world-famous skier Bode Miller grew up skiing in the 1990s. The ski area is also totally picturesque and charming, nestled in the vast Franconia Notch State Park. And if you're looking for the best skiing in New Hampshire, the state's longest vertical drop at 2,180 feet, as well as the first aerial tramway in the country. Ski here if you dare.

Where to stay: The Franconia Inn is a historic full service country inn that looks right out of a Christmas movie. It's also across from a glider airport—fun for watching the aircrafts that come and go.

November 4, 2024 - 9 Best Destinations for a Winter Vacation in New Hampshire - WorldAtlas

"In the famed White Mountains, Franconia is a popular winter destination because of its outdoor adventures, especially at Franconia Notch National Park. The park is a gorgeous mountain pass with a parkway from Flume Gorge to Echo Lake. There is an aerial tramway at Cannon Mountian and the New England Ski Museum.

The Franconia Inn is a premier lodging option with a 25-mile cross-country ski trail system. It is only a short distance from the North Country Climbing Center, which provides indoor rock climbing and guided ice climbing tours. This center is ideal for making the most of outdoor activities. Traditional Bobhouses for ice fishing dot the frozen lakes, another reason Franconia is so famous for winter visitors."

December 1, 2023 - 8 Top-Rated Small Towns in New Hampshire - WorldAtlas

"Franconia is a small town with breathtaking views of the White Mountains and incredible outdoor adventures. Nature enthusiasts enjoy exploring Franconia Notch State Park, which offers swimming at Echo Lake, hiking on the 2-mile Flume Gorge Trail, and biking along the scenic Franconia Notch Parkway. Home to the New England Ski Museum, the park transforms into a skiing haven in the winter. Skiers can hit the 97 slopes at Cannon Mountain and ride on the state's only aerial tramway. While visiting the town, escape to the Franconia Inn, a charming hotel built in 1863 with majestic mountain views. The inn offers seasonal activities, such as mountain biking and horseback riding in warmer months and sleigh rides in the winter."

August 13, 2023 - 14 Amazing Things to Do in Franconia, New Hampshire - New England With Love

"Perfectly nestled into 65 acres of beautiful White Mountain scenery, the Franconia Inn is a great option for where to stay in Franconia! In addition to the charming and cozy guestrooms, there are a plethora of great activities onsite, including horseback riding, hiking, fishing, ice skating, and so much more. They even have their own cross country ski trails!"

August 7, 2023 - The Best Places to See Fall Foliage in New Hampshire - Travel + Leisure

"The town of Franconia is a perfect base for exploring Franconia Notch State Park and the White Mountain National Forest. Take the Aerial Tramway up to the 4,080-foot-high summit for one of the most spectacular views in all of New England, hike through Flume Gorge or along the Appalachian Trail, or cycle along the park's bike path.

The Franconia Inn offers 34 rooms, candlelit dining, a pub, and sunrises over the front porch. For a unique tour of the surrounding landscape, book a horseback ride from the property's own stable."

February 28, 2021 - Maple Month Recipes - Visit NH

"Treat your tastebuds to what has become a favorite on the menu at the Franconia Inn: Maple Ginger Salmon. This one pairs perfectly with the Inn’s sweet potato bake and is also a delicious addition to any salad!"

January 6, 2017 - 12 New England Inns That Are Total Gilmore Goals - BuzzFeed

"This New Hampshire inn would be a good compromise weekend getaway for couples like Luke and Lorelai, with one outdoorsy sports nut and the other morally opposed to any and all physical exertion (especially if it involves going outside). At the Franconia Inn you'll find cozy fireplaces, hearty breakfasts, and stabled horses for the Lorelai types (à la Cletus and Desdemona), and hiking, fishing, boating, swimming, skiing, and snowshoeing for the Lukes."

February 16, 2015 - New Hampshire White Mountains Family Winter Getaway: Where to Eat, Stay and Play at Loon Mountain - Mommy Poppins

"If alpine skiing isn’t your thing, visit the bucolic Franconia Inn for cross-country skiing in the snow-covered airfield and woodsy area across the street (rentals available next door to the Inn). Or get your heart pumping with ice skating, tubing and snowshoeing. Kids who are horse-crazy and need to rest their tired legs might enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride with Franconia Notch Stables. Bring some hot chocolate and cozy up together under the blankets during a scenic ride around the field."