WALHALLA

Visitor Guide

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HIDDEN IN A DEEP VALLEY IN THE VICTORIAN ALPS, WALHALLA HISTORIC TOWNSHIP WAS A BOOM TOWN OF THE 1880S THAT WENT BUST IN THE EARLY 1900S AND WAS DESERTED FOR MOST OF THE 20TH CENTURY.

Just a short drive east of Melbourne you’ll Exotic trees and cute miner’s cottages line the discover a village that time has passed by. meandering street and twisting creek in the From 1863 until 1914, Walhalla was one of the steep valley. Walhalla’s unique topography in a richest gold areas in Australia with a population narrow mountain gorge meant that the early of over 3,000 people. There were 10 hotels, townsfolk needed to think vertically. 7 churches, several dance halls, a school with Walhalla’s iconic cemetery clings to the side of more than 500 students and over 30 shops. the hill at a 45 degree angle and the slopes are Walhalla’s picturesque location in the Gippsland dotted with cottages built on narrow ledges mountains combines the wild Australian bush cut into the steep hillsides. When gold mining environment with a colonial style reminiscent became unprofitable in 1914 and the mines of the gold era. closed, Walhalla’s decline was rapid.

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Most of the houses and buildings were pulled down and shipped to other towns LONG TUNNEL EXTENDED on the newly opened railway, while GOLD MINE others were simply abandoned. Discover a golden past on an informative 45 minute tour of an original gold mine The structures that remained were with a local guide. Over 13 tonnes was mostly destroyed by fire or fell apart removed from this mine making it one of over the following decades. Walhalla the most successful in Victoria. was virtually a ghost town with the bush slowly reclaiming the village. In the Tours operate Mon-Fri 1.30pm / Weekends 1990s, following a renewed interest in & Holiday periods 12noon, 1.30pm & 3pm. Australia’s heritage, many of the homes www.walhallaboard.org.au and shops began to be rebuilt. Walhalla Ghost Tours The most impressive is Walhalla’s Star A guided walk of Walhalla in the dark with Hotel which re-opened in 1999. The old fashioned lamps and many spooky original Star Hotel started life during tales of ‘things that go bump in the night’. Walhalla’s heyday in 1873 but was Bookings are essential. destroyed by a fire caused by a faulty hot water service in 1951. www.walhallaghosttour.info Walhalla is truly a step-back-in-time to WALHALLA GOLDFIELDS another era. For example, on the 21st RAILWAY of December 1998 it became the last This unique narrow gauge train winds its town to be connected to electricity in way down Stringers Creek Gorge from Victoria! Walhalla to the Thomson River. The railway Today, Walhalla is home to less than opened in 1910 but was never a success, 20 permanent residents but it attracts closing in 1944 and the line was pulled up. nearly 100,000 visitors a year. It has now been reopened by enthusiasts who have lovingly restored this picturesque This once forgotten hamlet is now a journey. popular and beautiful tourist destination Trains depart Walhalla at 11am, 1pm & for everyone to enjoy all year round. 3pm.* Sat, Sun, Wed & holiday periods. *3pm service does not operate Jun/Jul/Aug. www.walhallarail.com.au

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Bushwalking & Baw Baw Walhalla Self-Guided Town Walk 4wd tours and 4wd driver walhalla cricket ground training National Park Follow the trail of over 30 interpretation Back in Walhalla’s heyday, flat land was at a Explore the many tracks and trails around signs from one end of Walhalla township to These exciting and adventurous 4WD premium so the solution for a sports field Walhalla by foot at your own pace. Walhalla the other on this fascinating journey back to tours take you to long forgotten gold sites was to slice the top off a nearby mountain! is the start of the Australian Alps Walking Walhalla’s gold-era with photos and stories of and abandoned villages around Walhalla. Take the 1km walk up the zig-zag track to Track, a 680km trek to Canberra! For a small the past. Pick up a 4WD driver training courses are highly see if you can hit a six onto the roof of the taste of the trail, enjoy the first section of free copy of our recommended to improve your skills and Star Hotel. the walk from Walhalla to the Poverty Point Visitor Map. safety. stay the night Bridge (8km) or to Thomson Station (5km) www.mountaintopexperience.com or the Great Walhalla Alpine Trail (40km) to The best way to fully appreciate the area is Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort. walhalla cemetery to take a well earned break and stay for a few days. Whether you’re looking for a B&B, Visit one of the most unusual cemeteries in Nearby Baw Baw National Park offers a boutique hotel, camping or self-contained Australia that’s perched on a steep hillside. fabulous walks from the Mt Erica carpark. The cottages, there are plenty of options. We Myrtle Gully walk is a short loop through the More than 1100 graves tell a story of great recommend you plan and book in advance Mountain Ash rainforest and the longer walk hardship and provide an insight into what life as accommodation can be at a premium. to Mushroom Rocks is highly recommended. and death was like during the gold era.

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Erica POVERTY POINT BRIDGE Mt baw baw Bruntons bridge A welcoming mountain timber town with a Four kilometres upstream of the Thomson River The perfect place to visit in winter. Only a short Head along the Happy Go Lucky Road to discover strong pioneering heritage surrounded by road bridge is the amazing Poverty Point Bridge. drive via the South Face Road (wheel chains the huge iron Bruntons Bridge. Crossing the Thomson picturesque valleys just 15 minutes from Walhalla It can only be reached by foot via a loop walk required in winter), snow sports enthusiasts will River, this was the original access road to Walhalla. Historic Township and host to the annual Erica starting at the Thomson Station carpark. The two delight in the cosy village atmosphere, welcoming The bridge was made in England in 1886 and was Begonia Festival on the Labour Day long weekend. hour return walk allows you to cross the river at terrain and family friendly areas. intended for use as the Victoria Street bridge across If you’re into mountain bikes, there are excellent the bridge for your return on the other side. The the Yarra River in Richmond. Unfortunately it was MTB trails to the south and east of the town. bridge was pre-fabricated in England in 1901 by Mt st gwinear the wrong size and was sent to Bruntons to replace Walkers will love the Erica to Thomson Rail Trail the Westinghouse Foundry at a cost of £1,496.. Mt St Gwinear is well known for some of the a timber bridge. Today the bridge is for foot traffic only. which starts at the recreation reserve. best cross-country skiing and snowplay in LAKE thomson Gippsland, with a 3.25km trail to the summit and CAMPING rawson The north of the Walhalla & Mountain Rivers breath-taking views of the Great Dividing Range. Spending nights in the bush under the stars is one Scenic mountain views abound from the town of region is dominated by Lake Thomson. Rawson of the best ways to fully appreciate the beauty Rawson, with its own mountain retreat and spa was built as a construction village for dam workers, MUSHROOM ROCKS & Mt ERICA of our mountains and rivers. You’ll find camping chalets inviting you to stay and explore this many of whom came from the Snowy Mountains Explore the huge granite boulders that create a areas accessible by vehicles in Walhalla, Aberfeldy fascinating region. See the ancient Myrtle Beech Hydro Scheme in the 1960s. Completed in 1984, fairy wonderland surrounded by thick forest. From River, Bruntons Bridge and Coopers Creek. For forest, walk to Mushroom Rocks or spend the the dam is home to half of Melbourne’s drinking the carpark allow one hour to walk to Mushroom those who wish to hike, excellent remote camping day with friends at the adrenalin-packed paintball water. At 165 metres high it is the biggest earth Rocks. Venture further to Mt Erica and beyond to the sites are located in the Baw Baw National Park range. Don’t forget to visit the town’s crater lake. and rockfill dam in the southern hemisphere. ruin of the Talbot Peak Hut encircled by snow gums. including Mushroom Rocks and Talbot Peak Hut.

8 www.visitwalhalla.com WALHALLA VISITOR GUIDE 9 Licola to Woods Point – see map on next page. Travel times Explore further Aberfeldy & distances Thomson Valley Road Visit a region of great diversity and beauty - from the alpine majesty of the Melbourne to Walhalla via M1 C466 C461 Baw Baw Plateau and the rich gold mining history of the Gippsland High to Mt Useful Country to the lush emerald green valleys and our gourmet country pastures. 2h:30m • 185km Lake Aberfeldy River Aberfeldy Track Thomson 4WD Area Melbourne to Walhalla via

Link Road C425 C426 C465 C466 C461 www.visitwalhalla.com 3h:30m • 205km

or 1800 621 409 Tanjil Warragul to Walhalla via Bren Mt St Gwinear M1 C466 C461 Walhalla Road C426 1h:30m • 82km to Melbourne via Powelltown Binns Road & Yarra Junction. Toorongo Falls Mt Baw Baw Sale to Walhalla via Toorongo River Alpine Resort A1 C477 C481 C461 1h:35m • 100km C425 Icy Creek West Tyers C481 Noojee C426 Mt Erica Baw Baw Bridge National McEvoys Track Heyfield to Walhalla via Mushroom Park [Springs Road] Trestle Rocks C105 C103 C481 C461 Bridge South Face Glenmaggie Tyers River 1h:15m • 76km West Branch Road Lake Nayook Neerim Junction Glenmaggie Tarago River Fumina South Walhalla C425 Rawson C461 Seaton Bunyip State Park Latrobe River Tanjil River u C426 u C465 Heyfield to Maffra Erica Coopers Thomson River Tarago 10 kilometres Creek Reservoir approximate Bruntons Bridge Hill End Neerim South Moondarra Cowwarr Road Bunyip River Bunyip State Park Moondarra Cowwarr Labertouche JacksonsJindivick Track Crossover CAUTION! Ford river crossing. C105 4WD only during C466 low river conditions. Road Blue Rock visitwalhalla.com to Melbourne Main Jindivick C462 Lake Toongabbie Robin C426 Willow Grove M1 Hood Rokeby Moondarra C425 Reservoir Tyers River C481 C421 Drouin Old Sale Road West C465 Tanjil Gippsland Plains to Sale via Kilmanny u C102 Buln Buln South Rail Trail Longwarry Old Sale Road Tyers C425 North State Park Drouin Narkoojee C462 Glengarry u Winery C102 to Sale C466 Yallourn C103 C431 Warragul Westbury North C463 Lake Narracan C103 Tyers u Nilma C467 C481 C105 Moe Latrobe River C103 Yallourn PS A1 C431 Lardner u u Park C425 Darnum Rosedale C477 uYarragon C472 Lardner u Traralgon M1 u Trafalgar M1 Ellinbank get into TRAINing Hazeldean Rd Morwell V/Line operate fast, frequent, passenger trains to Lang Lang Hazeldean Rd C469 u on the Traralgon line from Melbourne. C425 Main South Road LardnersTrack Moe-Thorpdale Rd www.vline.com.au C432 This map is provided as general tourist information B460 C456 only. The map has been reproduced by WMRT [publisher] with permission. Details are The Walhalla Goldfields Railway operates Allambee Hazelwood PS subject to change & the publisher does not warrant tourist trains from Walhalla toThomson. Hallora Sea against errors or omissions. The use of this map is C482 View Mt Worth purely at your own risk. Reproduction of this map Loy Yang PS www.walhallarail.com.au C464 in any form is prohibited without written permission State Park Hazelwood of the copyright owner. © Michael Leaney 2015 Pondage C483 GrandRoad Ridge Thorpdale 10 www.visitwalhalla.com Childers C468 Churchill WALHALLA VISITOR GUIDE 11 C425 Grand Ridge Road to to Poowong to Korumburra to Mirboo North Boolarra C456 to Tarra Bulga NP to Yarram to Mansfield Lake Eildon Travel times & distances Jamieson Walhalla to Aberfeldy via Aberfeldy River 1h:45m • 40km

Kevington Walhalla to Aberfeldy via Lake Thomson dam wall rTunnel Bend 1h:30m • 52km

Twelve Mile r Aberfeldy to Matlock rPicnic Point 1h:15m • 30km

Matlock to Woods Point rKnockwood 10m • 7km

Woods Point to Gaffneys Creek Gaffneys Creek r North 30m • 18km Gaffneys Creek A1 Settlement Gaffneys Creek to Kevington 40m • 27km

Frenchmans Gap 1110m Kevington to Jamieson 10m • 11km

This map is provided as general tourist information Woods Point only. The map has been reproduced by JH Scott r WMRT [publisher] with permission. Details are subject to change & the publisher does not warrant against errors or omissions. The use of this map is purely at your own risk. Reproduction of this map in any form is prohibited without written permission to Warburton of the copyright owner. © Michael Leaney 2015 Matlock Hill 1205m Matlock Mt Selma Road The aberfeldy track – Walhalla to Jamieson ABERFELDY TRACK MAPs Free maps of the Aberfeldy Track 4WD area are available in Walhalla and Woods Point. We recommend In the mountains and valleys to the north of The track is always winding and can be quite the purchase of detailed maps of this region if you Walhalla an amazing adventure awaits. The road rough in some sections. In winter it may be subject intend to go beyond the main Walhalla to Jamieson Mt Lookout 1085m Aberfeldy from Walhalla to Jamieson via Aberfeldy and to snow and a chain saw would be a wise inclusion road. Note that GPS navigation systems may not have visitwalhalla.com Woods Point dates back to the gold era. The after storms. Make sure you’re all fuelled up as you adequate mapping and may not work in mountainous Codes Flat very first prospectors crossed the Great Divide won’t find any petrol stations in these remote terrain. Check weather conditions prior to your journey. at Matlock to enter the prosperous goldfields of mountains and mobile telephone coverage is patchy. Mobile telephone coverage in this area is very limited. Cast Iron Point the Gippsland mountains. Today, this route is the r Jorgenson Flat domain of adventure seekers in 4WDs and SUVs To make the most of the Aberfeldy Track from r CAUTION! who want an experience well beyond the tourist Walhalla to Jamieson you must slow down. It isn’t Recommended for 4WD Merringtons Ford river crossing. 3 3 3 3 4WD only during trail. Cross the range and step back in time. a super highway, it’s a twisting mountain journey Lake low river conditions. to places few people venture today. Total driving Thomson With stunning views, abandoned gold sites, quaint time for the 133 kilometre distance is more than Not REcommended for 2WD mountain pubs, fabulous camping sites and a 4 hours. Allow extra time to really enjoy the trip. ? ? ? ? ? driving experience unrivalled in the state, anyone who has a 4WD or SUV should plan to take the Stop at the unique mountain pubs in Walhalla, Not SUITAble for caravans r Aberfeldy River drive across the divide. This drive however is not Woods Point or Kevington, venture down to Codes for everyone and does require some experience. Flat to buy some local honey, stop and pay your 7 7 Binns Road respects at Kitty Cane’s Grave, experience the Barnes Lookout Pre-planning is required and you need to be aware Not SUITAble for Motorhomes of the weather conditions that can effect the track. solitude at the desolate Aberfeldy Cemetery atop Sections of the route can become very slippery even the mountain range and admire the view of the 7 7 with light rain so only 4WDs are recommended. mighty Lake Thomson from Cast Iron Point. Rawson Walhalla

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Aberfeldy country cabins BREWERY CREEK COTTAGE MOUNTAIN RIVERS SPA CHALETS RAWSON VILLAGE

• 4 cabins sleeping up to 20 people • Elegant self contained cottage • Spectacular spa chalets • A range of group accommodation • Shower & toilet block • Boutique style accommodation • Romantic getaway • Facilitates up to 300 guests • Camping sites available • Spiral staircase to a loft bedroom • Grand mountain vistas • Fully catered kitchens • Self-contained with BYO linen • Traditional dining room • Stylish interior • Large dining room with open fire • Suit 4WD adventurers • Set amongst towering gums • Fully self contained • Suitable for conferences & functions • Back to basics remote location • Period furnishings • Perfect for couples • Outdoor activities • Natural bushland setting • Fully self contained • Breakfast hampers available • Off site indoor swimming pool • Surrounded by native gardens

TEL: 03 5165 6205 TEL: 03 5165 6237 TEL: 03 5165 3231 TEL: 03 5165 3200 WEB: www.aberfeldycabins.com.au WEB: www.brewerycreekcottage.com.au WEB: www.mountainrivers.com.au WEB: www.rawsonvillage.com address: 270 Donnelly’s Creek Road, Aberfeldy 3825 address: 48 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: Depot Road, Rawson 3825 address: Pinnacle Drive, Rawson 3825

CHINESE GARDENS CAMPGROUND CREEK COTTAGE SILVERTOP COTTAGES STRINGER’S COTTAGE

• Located on site of historic Chinese • Single bedroom accommodation at • Quality forest accommodation • Charming miner’s cottage market gardens rear of the Mechanics Institute • Story-book cottages • Self contained one bedroom • North end of Walhalla • Self catered • 12 acres of private native forest • Wood fire • Free electric BBQs • Sleeps up to four people • Cosy log fires • Queen sized bed • Bathroom facilities for campers • Centrally located in the township • Fully equipped kitchens • Galley kitchen • Coin operated showers & laundry • Air-conditioned • BBQs for outdoor cooking • Linen provided • Communal fire pits • Garden alongside Stringers Creek • Spa baths in studio & one bedroom • Perched above Stringers Creek • Advanced bookings required cottages • Fees apply

TEL: 03 5165 6250 TEL: 03 5165 6250 TEL: 0414 537 267 TEL: 0419 732 427 WEB: www.walhallaboard.org.au WEB: www.walhallaboard.org.au WEB: www.silvertopcottages.com.au WEB: www.cottage.walhallacoachhouse.com.au address: 235 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 104 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: McLelland Road, Erica 3825 address: 20 Happy-Go-Lucky Road, Walhalla 3825

JACOMBS COTTAGE MOUNTAIN RIVERS TOURIST PARK VALHALLA HOUSE WALHALLA COACH HOUSE

• Charming old-style cottage • Motel complex • Built in the style of the Victorian era • Two storey house • Two bedrooms • Small group accommodation lodge • 3 luxurious guest bedrooms • Polished floors with period furniture • Cosy wood heating • Communal lounge & self-cater kitchen • Private ensuites • 2 lounge rooms, 2 dining rooms • Self contained kitchen • Self-contained family chalets • Billiard table in grand lounge • 3 bedrooms • Linen & towels provided • Backpacker bunkhouse • Fully cooked breakfast • Pool table • Sleeps up to six people • 4x4 trailer & tent camping • Conservatory & formal dining room • Piano & gramophone • Decking onto courtyard garden • Horse riding facilities & walking trails • Period furnishings • Master bedroom with Captain’s • Phoenix paintball fields • Views of Stringers Creek bathtub • Fully equipped kitchen

TEL: 03 5165 6237 TEL: 03 5165 3231 TEL: 03 5165 6285 TEL: 0419 732 427 WEB: www.jacombscottagewalhalla.com.au WEB: www.mountainrivers.com.au WEB: www.valhallahouse.com.au WEB: www.walhallacoachhouse.com.au address: 184 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: Depot Road, Rawson 3825 address: 131 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 20 Happy-Go-Lucky Road, Walhalla 3825

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WALHALLA LOG CABIN WALHALLA MILL HOUSE LONG TUNNEL EXTENDED GOLD MINE MOUNTAIN TOP EXPERIENCE

• Charming & unique log cabin • Original 1896 cottage • Explore Victoria’s 5th largest gold • Award winning 4WD adventures • Nestled in the side of a hill • Luxury getaway mine of the 19th century • Passenger tours of Walhalla’s ghost • Stone open fireplace • Sleeps up to 4 people • Venture 300 metres underground towns, mines & mountains • Rustic charm • Fully self contained • Features Cohen’s Line of Reef • Tag-along tours of Gippsland’s • Double brass bed • Located in the heart of Walhalla • Interpretive signage throughout high country • Pet friendly • View of the band rotunda • Gold museum & blacksmith shed • Driver training courses • Self catered • Group bookings available • 4WD vehicle recovery • Daily guided tours • Mt Baw Baw snow transport • Mini bus hire up to 25 seater

TEL: 03 5165 6245 TEL: 03 5165 6245 TEL: 03 5165 6259 TEL: 03 5134 6876 WEB: www.walhallaaccommodation.com.au WEB: www.walhallaaccommodation.com.au WEB: www.walhallaboard.org.au WEB: www.mountaintopexperience.com address: Happy-Go-Lucky Road, Walhalla 3825 address: Church Hill Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 165 Main Road, Walhalla 3825

WALHALLA’S STAR HOTEL WILD CHERRY BED & BREAKFAST OLD WALHALLA POST OFFICE WALHALLA GHOST TOURS

• Boutique, stylish accommodation • Two cosy country-style rooms • Victorian heritage listed building • Odd & mysterious tales to tell •12 first-class air-conditioned suites • Both rooms with ensuite • Restored to original style • Spooky stories of a forgotten past • Rooms open to verandah or garden • Fully air-conditioned • Postal & telecommunications display • Public tours every Saturday night • All rooms with ensuite & king beds • Beautiful valley views • Explore the original residence • Lanterns provided • Contemporary dining room • Lorikeets & king parrots abound • Staffed by volunteers • Allow 2 hours • Replica façade of original gold era • Enjoy breakfast with the birds • Group bookings by arrangement • Be afraid, be very afraid! Star Hotel • Donations for entry welcomed • Not suitable for children under 7yo • Limited mobility suite & full access • Open weekends & public holidays • Group bookings arranged • People’s Choice Award winning venue • Pre-bookings required

TEL: 03 5165 6262 TEL: 03 5165 6245 TEL: 03 5165 6250 TEL: 03 5165 6250 WEB: www.starhotel.com.au WEB: www.walhallaaccommodation.com.au WEB: www.walhallaboard.org.au WEB: www.walhallaghosttours.info address: 130 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: Church Hill Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 94 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 124 Main Road, Walhalla 3825

WINDSOR HOUSE ERICA SKI HIRE WALHALLA GOLDFIELDS RAILWAY GREYHORSE CAFE • Mt Baw • Established in 1878 • Diamond pattern wheel chain hire • An unforgettable experience • Great pies, cakes & coffee • Fully restored gold era house • XC skis & snowboards for hire • Ride through Springer’s Creek Gorge • Eat in or take away • National Trust classification • Toboggans for hire & cross eight historic trestle bridges • Central location • Cellar dug into rock hillside • Alpine clothing for hire • One hour return journey • Opposite Band Rotunda • Five guest rooms • Snow shoes for hire • Gift shop & souvenirs • Enjoy the sun on the deck • Original features • Goggles, gloves & sunnies for sale • Fully operated & maintained by • Air-conditioned & heated • Private lounge • Maps, snow & road reports volunteers • Caters for small groups • Cooked breakfast • Pre-booking of chains available • Operates every Wed, Sat & Sun • Open most days • Cottage garden • Open 7 days during snow season • Full timetable on website

TEL: 03 5165 6237 TEL: 03 5165 3353 TEL: 03 5165 6280 TEL: 03 5165 6293 WEB: www.windsorhouse.com.au WEB: www.ericaskihire.com.au WEB: www.walhallarail.com.au WEB: www.visitwalhalla.com address: 12 Right Hand Branch Road, Walhalla 3825 address: School Road, Erica 3825 address: 2 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 130 Main Road, Walhalla 3825

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RAGGEDY JACKS WALHALLA COFFEE

• Unique gift items • Coffee, cakes & homemade quiche • All things country • Opposite Stringer’s Park • Quilts & patchwork • Indoor & outdoor seating • Scented candles • Pleasant garden outlook • Dolls & Teddies • Caters for small groups • Rustic furnishings • Open most days • Open Wed, Sat & Sun plus public holidays

TEL: 03 5165 6277 TEL: 03 5165 6220 WEB: www.raggedyjacks.com.au WEB: www.visitwalhalla.com ADDRESS: 104 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 120 Main Road, Walhalla 3825

WALhalla Lodge hotel [wally Pub] WALHALLA LOLLY SHOPPE

• Located on arrival into Walhalla • A sweet tooth’s delight • Meals available • Traditional lollies galore • Great bar service • Ice-cream, coffee & hot chocolate • Indoor & outdoor seating • Located in the Mechanics • Meet the locals at ‘the local’ Institute building • Friendly staff • Hours 10am to 4:30pm • Open everyday except Tuesday • Open Wed, Sat & Sun plus all public and school holidays with other days by appointment

TEL: 03 5165 6226 TEL: 03 5165 6243 WEB: www.visitwalhalla.com WEB: www.visitwalhalla.com address: 62 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 104 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 Walhalla Vinter Ljusfest

WALHALLA MUSEUM & CORNER STORE WALHALLA STATION FUNCTION CENTRE Australia’s Valley of the Gods shines every August • Mt Baw • Explore Walhalla’s past • Walhalla’s largest function venue A spectacular of light, moving imagery and sound that illuminates • Rare & unique artefacts • Weddings, birthdays, corporate the historic township as you’ve never seen before. Special evening • Extensive range of maps • Wood heater & air-conditioned light shows held in the main street are complemented by an array • Souvenirs & memorabilia • Seats up to 80 guests of enchanting events, tours and activities like the Walhalla Vinter • Operated by Walhalla Heritage & • Large undercover outdoor area Development League • For a special treat add a train ride Ljusfest Light Trains. Enjoy evenings with roaring fires, rich hot chocolate • Open daily • Full commercial kitchen and warm hospitality on a winter break or romantic escape with • Bar area cosy Walhalla Vinter Ljusfest accommodation packages designed to • Self cater or fully serviced enhance your time during this special month of festivities.

TEL: 03 5165 6250 TEL: 03 5165 6280 WEB: www.walhalla.org.au WEB: www.walhallarail.com.au Visit www.visitwalhalla.com for full Walhalla Vinter Ljusfest information & package bookings. address: 124 Main Road, Walhalla 3825 address: 2 Main Road, Walhalla 3825

18 www.visitwalhalla.com WALHALLA VISITOR GUIDE 19 HEADING TO WALHALLA Walhalla is located 180km [111miles] east of central Melbourne via CityLink or EastLink to Monash Fwy then Princes Fwy (M1) taking signed exit at Moe. Allow 2.5 hours. Alternative route via Lilydale and Noojee. From Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance, Sydney via the Princes Hwy (A1) turn off at Traralgon. Alternative route via Maffra turn off Princes Hwy (A1) at Stratford. We do not advise the use of GPS navigation systems due to mountainous terrain. www.visitwalhalla.com or freecall 1800 621 409

Published by Walhalla & Mountain Rivers Tourism Inc. to provide tourist information of a general nature which may be subject to change. The publisher is not responsible for any errors or omissions.. Brochure © 2015 • W.M.R.T. Inc. Maps © 2015 • Michael Leaney. Printed in March 2015 No part of this brochure may be reproduced without written permission. [email protected]. www.facebook.com/walhalla.victoria Thank you to Michael Leaney