RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Echo

Escape to serenity in this beautifully designed holiday home nestled on six acres of peaceful bushland just on the outskirts of Myrtleford. This modern architectural home combines minimalist styling with subtle Japandi influences, creating a light-filled sanctuary that invites calm and connection with nature. Thoughtfully styled to highlight simplicity, natural materials, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Grossmans Mill Picnic Area – Mount Buffalo National Park

Wandi Cross

Wandi Cross is a mountain running challenge set amidst the picturesque valley of Wandiligong, a few minutes from Bright, Victoria. Suitable for anyone from the elite to the first time mountain enthusiast. Summiting the high points of both Mystic Mountain and Goldmine Ridge, this challenge requires participants to use a combination of endurance, strength and cross-trail abilities to ascend and descend across steep, raw, natural and technical ground. Four distances are available. Visit their website for more information. All profits…

Aalborg Bright

Aalborg Bright is a unique one bedroom Scandinavian inspired sustainable home for couples in the heart of beautiful Bright. With spectacular views from every room, quality furnishings and contemporary design, it sets the benchmark for couples seeking sustainable exclusive accommodation. Aalborg’s passive energy design means you can still enjoy maximum comfort while minimising your carbon footprint. It features a king sized bed, soaking bathtub, separate toilet, open plan light-filled kitchen, and a living and dining area with massive windows which…

The Poached Pear

What a sanctuary. This home is truly an oasis. You are welcomed into the home through an abundant garden alive with lustrous flowers, well established trees and an almost fairy like magic, all while being nestled on the banks of Bakers Gully Creek. The Poached Pear is 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a space for everyone in the family or group to claim their own private nook. It may be the spacious outdoor garden, elevated deck with private areas on either…

Relaxing at Tawonga Gap Lookout with views of Mt Bogong on the Gaps Loop Ride

Gaps Loop Ride

Chestnut Tree Holiday Units

Once arriving at Chestnut Tree Holiday Units, relax and take in the wonders of scenic views from the sunny north facing verandas. Choose from modern apartments or lovely cosy cottages, the views are amazing. Close to nearby shops and cafes, all an easy walking distance away. The stunning landscaped gardens are open to enjoy during the autumn and spring festivals in Bright. The holiday units are fully self-contained two bedroom units. All units have fully equipped modern, spotless kitchens. There…

Bright White Water Kayaking

Enjoy the scenery of Bright by paddling down the Ovens River. This white water adventure is a good introduction into white water kayaking, using sit-on-top kayaks or two seat inflatable kayaks to paddle down the grade one and two stretch. These adventures can be run from upper Bright and through to lower Bright or to Porepunkah. This experience is provided by Adventure Guides Australia

7 Peaks Ride – Mount Buffalo Chalet

Victoria’s 7 Peaks Ride is an at-your-own pace cycling challenge which runs from late October to April. Taking you up winding mountain roads, around steep turns and past spectacular views right to the top of seven Victorian Alpine Resorts. This ever-popular ride is a balance of steep gradients, sharp corners and breathtaking views. The Mount Buffalo National Park landscape is truly unique with imposing granite tors, towering cliffs, waterfalls, snowgums and wildflowers. After completing the ride at the official finish…

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.

Spring Tunes, Picnic Vibes at Ringer Reef
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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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