Located at the gateway to Green County, Albany is picturesquely situated on the Sugar River. This village of 1140 people is only 30 minutes from Madison and Janesville, and 2 hours from Milwaukee and Chicago. The Sugar River Trail , part of Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail, passes through the village midway between Brodhead and Monticello, and 16 miles from the Swiss community of New Glarus. The trail provides a popular venue for biking, hiking, snowmobiling, and cross country skiing.
Bicycle rentals are available locally.
The scenic Sugar River is a favorite location for fishing, canoeing, and tubing. Canoe and tube rentals are also available locally. Other attractions in Green County include cheese factories and outlets, a micro-brewery, wineries, Amish and Swiss communities, and antique shops. A wide range of excellent restaurants offer a deliciously varied dining experience. Mt. Horeb, Cambridge, Mineral Point and Spring Green are all within easy driving distance.