RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Mount Beauty and Mitta Mitta Gravel Routes - Trappers Gap

Trappers Gap (Mount Beauty – Mitta Mitta)

Harrietville and back

Alpine Visitor Information Centre

The Alpine Visitor Information Centre is situated in Bright; the heart of North East Victoria, just three and a half hours drive from Melbourne travelling along the Hume Highway. Located within close proximity to Alpine National Park and Mount Buffalo National Park makes Bright and Surrounds a great place to base yourself and experience a life lived outside. The surrounding townships include Porepunkah, Harrietville, Wandiligong, Myrtleford, Mount Beauty and Mount Hotham. They provide an extraordinary array of experiences for any…

Lake Catani, Mount Buffalo

Lake Catani is an idyllic area located on the Mount Buffalo Plateau, surrounded by the iconic alpine ash and snow gum forests. During the warmer months, Lake Catani is a popular destination for day visitors and campers alike. Something for all ages, well marked walks for all levels, abundant wildlife, picnic spots aplenty, views to take your breath away and memories to be made while you whittle away your days in this pristine alpine patch. The Lakeside Day Visitor Area,…

Chapter 11

Experience Bright, within walking to distance to everything, at this brand new luxurious townhouse, Chapter 11. A stroll to cafes and restaurants, a shorter stroll to local parks and rivers. The property is perfect for the ultimate family escape, perfect for couples, perfect for Bright relaxation. This spacious and impeccably styled three bedroom townhouse features open plan living with a fully integrated kitchen with quality appliances, a spacious living and dining area opening to your expensive deck with setting and…

The Dederang Hotel

The Dederang Hotel is a first-class example of everything a great classic country pub has to offer. It has a public bar, dining room, beer garden, and lounge. It is kid-friendly and dog-friendly, and you can also find accommodation here. They offer a great selection of pub meals from the classic Parmi and Steak Sandwich, through to a delicious chicken curry or Farmers Plate for those wanting something a bit different. Situated at the foothills to the stunning Victorian Alps,…

Cross Country Flight

Come on a flight that solo pilots travel across Australia (and the world), to try to bag for themselves. Cross Country flying is the art of riding thermals up to the clouds, before gliding to the next mountain peak to climb again. It’s a true expression of unpowered, free flight, and their local tandem pilots are some of the best in the country at it. A cross country flight with Bright Flight is an exploration of their home mountain peaks.…

Brabralung Trail (Dinner Plain – Mt Hotham)

Happy Valley Loop

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
Farmers market

MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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