In a picturesque Valley, just down the road from Bright in the alpine region of Victoria Australia is the wonderful town of Wandiligong. Perfect on an autumn's day you are greeted with colourful tranquillity as you drive into town.
The town itself is quiet and still has a few buildings that resulted from the gold rush era of the 1860's. There are walking and cycling trails that make this area perfect for those looking to enjoy the beauty of the area and the fresh mountain air.
Family fun cycling into Wandiligong.
Around Wandiligong there are many apple orchards, of which you can purchase many varieties of fresh apples from Nightingales Alpine Produce at great prices. The region is also well known for chestnuts. Something to try is the chestnut soup from the Wandiful Produce Farm Shed Cafe, open only in autumn and where you can pick your own chestnuts.
Wandiful Produce Farm Shed Cafe.
If you are looking for a meal, the Wandi Pub is very popular and there are many other options just 6km down the road in Bright. If you are on the food trail then you will revel being within the gourmet food region of Victoria with the township of Milawa, a highlight, within an hour drive where you will also locate the Brown Brothers winery.
Accommodation is can be found with many bed and breakfasts in the area or there are hotels and camping grounds in nearby Bright.
For photographers Wandiligong is a fantastic area to be based. The landscape is varied and stunning. Within reach are the peaks of the Victorian alps which provide stunning vistas. You can take photos of the rivers and waterfalls or of the bush. Maybe the autumn colours, the historic townships or the symmetry of the vineyards, orchards, nut farms or hop growers. Light pollution is very minimal which is perfect for astro-photography. There are so many oppportunities for amazing photos you will wish you had much much more time available.
Chestnut Trees in Wandiligong.