The Great Victorian Rail Trail in Victoria’s High Country runs from Tallarook to Mansfield with a branch line to Alexandra and can be explored on foot, bike or horse. This unique rail trail features a series of artworks and offers close proximity to heritage classified rivers, majestic valleys, lakes and mountains.
The Great Victorian Rail Trail Map and Pocket Guide are information packed resources for everything GVRT.
TRAIL HIGHLIGHTS
ART TRAIL
Eight artists took inspiration from the theme of connections, each responding differently, exploring such things as connection to country, the local environment, and the history of the trail
CHEVIOT TUNNEL
Located midway between Yea and Molesworth, the Cheviot Tunnel is the longest rail trail tunnel in Victoria. The 210 meter tunnel is an ideal spot to take break and explore!
TRAWOOL VALLEY
Don't miss the stunning scenery of the Trawool Valley. Rolling hills, green fields and the Goulburn River flowing along the valley floor makes this part of the Great Victorian Rail Trail a must.
BY THE SHORES OF LAKE EILDON
The Great Victorian Rail Trail boasts almost 50 water crossings as it follows the Goulburn River and traverses a glimmering Lake Eildon over the Bonnie Doon Bridge. Pack a picnic or a rod and while away a relaxing afternoon by the shores of the lake.
A TRAIL FOR EVERYONE
CYCLING
Popular Sections
RIDING
Horse Yards
WALKING
Best Locations
Summer days are on the horizon! It`s possibly the best time of year to come and ride and explore the Great Victorian Rail Trail, while the days are warm, and not too hot, the skies are clear, and the trail is still quiet before the holiday rush. So, who`s coming for a ride?
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Rediscover the Great Victorian Rail Trail this spring and summer, with thought provoking public artworks to be found along the 134kms of trail.
Quiet winter moments at the Great Victorian Rail Trail trailhead in Alexandra.
This tree-lined stretch of the rail trail provides a relaxed 5km ride up to the Eglinton Cutting Rail Trail Lookout, with excellent views of the Cathedral Ranges. Continuing riding for another 15kms and you’ll reach Yarck.
Also here is the former Alexandra Railway Station, which is currently the home of the Alexandra Timber Tramway Museum and Historic Park.
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Rolling into another sunny winter weekend on the Great Victorian Rail Trail. One of our favourite rides at this time of year is from Yea to Cheviot Tunnel and back. Starting at the Yea`s Gothic-styled Railway Station and Skatepark precinct, this gentle uphill ride to the historic Cheviot Tunnel is an 18km return ride.
Cheviot Tunnel is Victoria`s longest rail trail tunnel. Built in 1889 out of handcrafted bricks, this engineering feat is a must-visit. Pedal through 201m of inky dark to the other side for an echoey thrill before returning downhill to Yea.
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Sunny, blue sky winter days... and it`s all quiet on the Great Victorian Rail Trail. Come for a ride, walk or run along this peaceful and historic rail trail. You may be surprised at how wonderful the winter experience is on days like this.
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