Villages & Towns
Charming country villages, historical wonders, natural havens, and stunning scenery – the Pyrenees is home to some of the most picturesque towns in the Victoria.
Bigger is not always better. Some of the best discoveries can be found in small regional towns.
Our towns are home to local secrets worth seeking out: like where to find the best craft gin, gourmet bakery goods and local produce. Wander amid grand 19th century buildings which are now home to cafes’s, craft shops, collectables and galleries.
It’s a browsers’ paradise so be prepared to ease back and take your time.
Known as one of the state’s first goldfields, Avoca still harbor treasures in more ways than one.
Located on the Western Highway, 35 minutes from Ballarat, the township of Beaufort is dotted with small cafés and eateries serving local produce and home-made treats, some accompanied by the fine wines or beers the region
Elmhurst was first settled in 1840 and is located midway between Avoca and Ararat along the Pyrenees Highway. Elmhurst provides access to Mount Mole State Forest along established driving and walking tracks. It is also a
The town of Landsborough is in the northern foothills of the Pyrenees Range. This is a popular location for bushwalkers who enjoy sharing the environment with resident kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and koalas. There ar
Lexton is located along the Sunraysia Highway between Ballarat and Avoca. Lexton was discovered by Major Thomas Mitchell in 1836 and was known as the cross roads of central Victoria, on the main route to Sydney. Lexton i
A welcoming village atmosphere awaits, just a little over 2 hours from Melbourne. In the heart of Central Victoria and nestled beneath the stunning Pyrenees Ranges is the charming township of Moonambel. Fast becoming on
The beautiful surrounds of Redbank provide the perfect location to explore our natural environment with the Pyrenees State Forest to the south and the St Arnaud National Park to the north. Redbank is home to Sally’s Pad
Snake Valley is located just 27km West of Ballarat and named after the river where miners used to pan for gold. Snake Valley is a quiet country town that oozes history and has a strong sense of community. The best place
Waubra is located along the Sunraysia Highway just 35km North of Ballarat and is home to the picturesque Waubra wind farm, one of the largest wind farms in Australia, meeting the energy needs of approximately 110,000 hou