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P Kroemer's Crossing Nuriootpa to Tanunda (7km) Nuriootpa is the commercial hub of the Barossa and central to the region’s wine HO production. ‘Nuri’ as it’s locally P 2 Tanunda Oval known offers a diversity of retail Vineyards on the Valley fl oor Tanunda Oval outlets, eateries, and a scenic riverside walk through Linear N People venturing off the path Park. will discover many attractions The Barossa: for visitors and families, including P Nuriootpa's Tolley Reserve Barossa Bushgardens native Murray Street, Tanunda and playground is great for To Tanunda best by bike plant nursery and display families. The ride to Tanunda gardens, Mengler Hill Sculpture is mostly fl at terrain with many HO There is no better way to explore the Park, Barossa Farmers Market interesting sites en-route P 2 Barossa's premium food, wine and To Lyndoch Tolley Reserve, Nuriootpa (held each Saturday morning) including wineries, historic rich heritage than by bike. Its high- and a variety of cellar doors. buildings and the entrance to quality sealed cycling and walking the iconic Seppeltsfi eld Road network extends 40 kilometres from Angaston to Gawler via the and Para Road Wine Path. three main townships of Nuriootpa, MAP LEGEND Tanunda and Lyndoch. Trail route Tanunda is known as the Shopping precinct ‘heritage heart of the Barossa’ The path is ideal for intimately and retains all the village exploring the natural beauty of this Park/Reserve charm and character of magnifi cent region at your own Picnic Area yesteryear. Barossa pace. Travel as little or as much P Parking by bike of the path as you like in either Mengler Hill Iconic Seppeltsfi eld palms The town features historic direction, enjoying stunning views, Toilets HO buildings and churches, 2 Barossa Trail & attractions and generous Barossa Water Station Jack Bobridge Track hospitality every step of the way. Heritage Trail, Regional Gallery, POCKET GUIDE Winery/Wine Precinct Barossa Museum, bike shops, a The Barossa is located about one Visitor Information brewery, retail therapy and a hour from Adelaide by car, or catch Playground thriving al fresco café culture, the train to Gawler and connect making it a perfect place to with the Jack Bobridge Track or unwind. Tanunda is also home LinkSA bus service. For more details to the Barossa Visitor Centre visit adelaidemetro.com.au or offering cycle hire and facilities Linksa.com.au Historic Angaston RailwayStation Tanunda: Barossa's heritage heart and a range of visitor services. To Nuriootpa Jack Bobridge Track - Right: Jacob's Tanunda to Lyndoch Creek cellar door Below: Towering (14km) gums on the Jack Varying in its degree of diffi culty, Bobridge Track this leg of the Jack Bobridge near Tanunda Track showcases some of the state’s most beautiful natural terrain. Every turn offers a new surprise as towering gums give way to sweeping vistas and vineyards, against the backdrop HO of the Barossa Ranges. P 2 Lyndoch Main Street, Oval Kangaroos, echidnas and birdlife abound, along with To Tanunda a collection of well-known To Adelaide wineries and cellar doors to HO P 2 break the journey. Sandy Creek Midway between Tanunda and Lyndoch is Rowland Flat, best known for its proximity P to Jacob’s Creek - the site of Rowland Flat the Barossa’s fi rst commercial vine plantings in 1847 and an ultramodern cellar door offering cycle hire and facilities. Jack Bobridge Track - Lyndoch to Gawler (13km) Altona Landcare Reserve is Established in 1837, Lyndoch is one of South Australia’s oldest towns and home to a number of boutique, a must-see for nature lovers family-owned vineyards and cellar doors. The town boasts traditional artisans, restaurants and cafes before making the picturesque offering authentic German-style meals, smallgoods, freshly baked pies and sweet delights. xxxx descent into Lyndoch. Pristine conservation and recreation parks near Sandy Creek and Cockatoo Valley provide excellent bushwalking and sightseeing opportunities – don’t forget the camera! To Gawler The route features an array of restaurants, wineries, Tanunda Pines Golf Club and high-end Gawler is the fi nal destination on the Jack Bobridge Track, where heritage charm meets contemporary accommodation, providing a conveniences to create a thriving retail and commercial centre. An extensive linear path follows myriad of options for locals and Gawler's natural river corridor, and a short distance away is the Northern Expressway and Stuart O'Grady holiday-makers alike. Bike Track to Adelaide. For more information contact Gawler Visitor Centre on 1300 545 254. History fi les Trail etiquette Caution ! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Gawler to Angaston Line For your safety and enjoyment: The Barossa Trail and Jack Bobridge Track is 40km and has varying levels of offi cially opened in 1911 Notify others of your approach to much fanfare. A local diffi culty. Only attempt distances within your capabilities. newspaper proclaimed: Obey signage; cyclists give way to "...The railway will very pedestrians Always carry water and avoid hot likely make the towns periods of the day. Dress for the weather Respect private property and the bigger...Already new Native wildlife Endless horizons and wear appropriate clothing and shops are being built and environment - footwear. Don't forget your helmet if new houses going up in take rubbish riding. home and don't Angaston, and we hope to see the town very busy and prosperous..." remove native Don't ride if affected by alcohol. vegetation Remnants of this proud railway heritage are on display at Angaston Railway Station precinct and at Tolley Reserve in Nuriootpa, home of the RX Class Keep left locomotive No. 217 which was salvaged from a scrap yard. Cross roads The Barossa Trail and Jack Bobridge The Barossa Council offi cially opened the Angaston-Nuriootpa Bike Path with care Track are an initiative of The Barossa in 2010; original railway sleepers were recycled and used in interpretive Council in conjunction with State and signage. The Jack Bobridge Track opened in 2013, completing Council's No motorbikes Commonwealth funding. Proudly permitted 40km continuous shared use path across the Valley fl oor. Rolling vineyards Barossa Ranges JJacob'sacob's CCreekreek supported by Tourism Barossa..