RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Winter Showcase Opening Event
Award-winning landscape photography duo Matt and Mieke would like to welcome locals and visitors alike to view their Winter Showcase, a curated exhibition of Winter photographs from Mount Buffalo, Mount Hotham, Falls Creek, Norway, Finland, New Zealand and Iceland. In addition to the evening event, the Winter Showcase will be on display daily except on Wednesdays. No bookings required. Browsing is welcomed.
Valley Vista
This could well be one of the best views in the valley. Valley Vista is the perfect holiday home, designed with the views and its surrounds in mind. A deck runs the full length of the home and huge windows along the house allow guests to take in the view from inside and out. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is a comfortable and spacious choice to sleep up to eight people (six adults maximum), and would be an ideal home for…
Beginners-Burstons Crevasse Dry Canyon Half-day (3-4hrs)
An adventure that can include an abseil, rock climbing, rock scrambling and more. The views which are seen while moving through the crevasse can be breathtaking, especially coming out from under boulders and rock shelters. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia
True Horizons by Kent Morris
Standing as a profound cultural landmark along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, True Horizons by Kent Morris transforms Eurobin Station into a space of deep reflection. A proud Barkindji man, Morris is a multi-award-winning artist whose practice explores the intersection of contemporary Australian life and the enduring strength of First Nations culture. By digitally reconstructing the built environment, he reveals the Indigenous history and sovereignty that lie beneath modern structures. This striking installation invites trail users to pause and…
Winter In The Alpine
Explore the Victorian Alpine as it transforms during winter into a winter wonderland. Based in Dinner Plain you will explore this stunning region as well as Mount Hotham. Capturing everything from snowy mountain landscapes, to old cattleman’s huts to the unique snow gum trees. Accommodation is in Dinner Plain staying in one of the famous Dinner Plain chalet’s with a small group of like minded photographers. You will learn everything about photographing stunning landscapes in the snow along with theory…
Punkah Pantry
Punkah Pantry is a licensed café and providore in the heart of Porepunkah, perfectly placed across the road from the Ovens River and right by the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. It’s an easy-going place to pause and refuel, whether you’ve just finished a swim in the river, rolled in on two wheels or are out exploring with the family. Kids can celebrate the day with a gelato or milkshake, while grown-ups settle in with freshly roasted Commonfolk coffee or…
BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES
TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING BEVERAGES
A visit to Bright & Surrounds isn't complete without a taste of our local craft brews, fragrant gin, apples cider or moonshine.
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PRODUCE RIGHT FROM THE SOURCE
Out here, we know where our food comes from. Want to know where the locals source the best fresh produce?
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TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING WINES
Crisp cool nights and warm summer days make the Alpine Valley one of the country's most delightful boutique wine regions.
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