RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Cyclepath Bright

Cyclepath Bright is conveniently situated in the heart of Bright, Victoria. With ample parking and easy access to all the cycling trails, Cyclepath have all the solutions for your next cycling adventure. With the largest range of rental bikes in Bright, Cyclepath caters to all fitness levels and riding styles. If you are looking for a leisurely ride along the rail trail, hire the latest model hybrids or an eBike MTB. They also offer a range of children’s bikes, tandems…

Huggins Lookout

Head off on this short uphill walk in beautiful Bright, three and half hours north-east of Melbourne, and be rewarded with incredible views. This return walk is 1.6 kilometres and will take around one hour to complete. After a steep climb, reach Huggins Lookout and take in stunning panoramic views of Bright along the Ovens Valley towards Porepunkah.

Wood Peak

You can not get much closer to the heart of Bright than this hidden gem, Wood Peak. Situated in a quiet side street, you would never know the hotels, restaurants and cafes of Bright are at your doorstep. Take a stroll to sample some of the region’s finest food and wine or enjoy the tranquility of inside/outside dining in your spacious townhouse. A morning coffee in the peaceful and private courtyard soaks up the morning sun, or an afternoon platter…

Porepunkah Riverside Park and Playground

A children’s paddling pool on the river banks nearby give the whole family a chance to enjoy the water. Take along a barbeque and take advantage of the nearby free barbeque facilities and picnic tables. This park on Nicholson Street, Porepunkah has it all: river swimming, a toddler pool, views of Mount Buffalo, barbeques, toilets, picnic tables, shelter and car parking and is conveniently located near the town’s local stores, including a pub, cafe and service station. There is also…

North Wall 300 Metre Abseiling Challenge

Are you up for a challenge? Want to test your mettle? This activity was listed at the top of ‘Wild’ Magazine’s bucket list adventures in Victoria for 2014. This is a serious adventure that is not for the feint hearted. A true challenge both mentally and physically, this 300 metre Multi Pitch Abseiling Challenge down The North Wall of The Mount Buffalo Gorge is sure to test your gumption and stretch your limits. The first abseil pitch of this extraordinary…

Air Time 101 MTB Jumps Clinic

Have you dialled your skills on a variety of trails and feel ready to take the next step? Do you feel like it’s time to get airborne but don’t know where or how to start? Then RideCraft MTB’s Air Time 101 Jumps Course is for you. Learn the fundamentals of getting air under your wheels and landing safely back down on the trail. Air Time 101 will be coached by Advanced Level 3 instructor Ash Gray – an experienced mountain…

Alpine Breath

Sometimes a change of scenery is not quite enough to properly unwind. Alpine Breath offers group breathwork sessions in Bright, Victoria — a guided experience for anyone looking to truly reset and feel more like themselves. Breathwork is the practice of breathing intentionally using techniques that directly change how the body and mind feel. It sits alongside mindfulness and relaxation practices, but tends to produce results faster. No meditation experience or special knowledge needed. Just come as you are. Two…

Michelini Wines

Michelini Wines on the Great Alpine Road, Myrtleford is your ideal destination to spend long spring and summer days enjoying relaxed alfresco outdoor seating with a glass of highly awarded Pinot Grigio, Arneis or Vermentino under the vine-covered pergola, enjoying an antipasto platter with traditional Italian fare. In cooler weather stay for espresso coffee and a glass of the award-winning Italian varietal reds Barbera, Sangiovese, Marzemino or Teroldego. These wines represent our Italian heritage, commitment to quality winemaking and our…

Ride Like A Local: Guided Ride of Mystic Park, Bright

Want to ride Mystic like a local? They are incredibly lucky to call Mystic Park – one of Australia’s premier mountain bike parks – their backyard, and they know it like the back of their hands. Hit Hero and Shred Kelly but then head out and find some other hidden gems in Mystic’s 70 kilometres (and some other nearby trails). They would love to show you the ropes. Their guides are highly trained in MTB instruction, first aid, and are…

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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FARM GATES

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?

CELLAR DOORS

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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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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