Pedal Bright, Beechworth, Myrtleford, Rutherglen, Yackandandah, Milawa, Wangaratta and more.
Discover the diverse landscape of North East Victoria on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail – from rugged natural bushland to frosty farmland, misty valleys, and snow-capped mountain ranges. Savour hearty gourmet produce in cosy towns, renowned warming wines, and handcrafted beers by the fire.
BRIGHT
Bright is renowned for it's dazzling autumn colours, cracking food and drink scene, and adventure opportunities galore.
Follow the rail trail from Bright to nearby Porepunkah for a cruisy roll with wine rewards. Pedal to leafy Wandiligong and Harrietville , or make a weekend of it and ride the 70km from Beechworth to Bright with an overnighter in cosy Myrtleford.
No bike? No problem. Visit All Terrain Cycles , Cyclepath or Bright Electric Bikes for your rail trail adventure needs.
BEECHWORTH AND YACKANDANDAH
Historic Beechworth and Yackandandah punch well above their weight in the food, drink and cycling scene.
The newest section of the M2M Rail Trail connects the two townships with a cruisy 26km downhill roll . The 15km descent from Beechworth to Everton with the option to extend to Milawa is also a locals favourite. Beechworth Cyclery have great hire bikes and The Bike Hire Company (open Sep-May) can sort you with bikes and return shuttles.
Based out of Beechworth, Tour de Vines offer all-inclusive gourmet tours . Bridge Road Brewery have town bikes for hire too - enjoy a pizza and a brew at drop off.
MYRTLEFORD
Nestled in the Ovens Valley, Myrtleford is home to vineyards, great spots to refuel and produce farm gates and hop farms as far as the eye can see.
Pedal to Taylors Gap for lunch at Gapsted Estate , out to Ovens for farmgate tastings at Pepo Farms or have lunch at Cafe Fez before hunting for art treasures on the Mosaic Trail . Keen for a longer ride? Cycle 31km alongside the Ovens River to picturesque Porepunkah and Bright's impressive dining scene and autumn colours.
Stop into Myrtleford Cycle Centre for bike hire, repairs, cycle tours and more.
RUTHERGLEN
Home to award-winning restaurants and world-class wineries and local produce as well picturesque cycling, swimming, walking and boating locations.
Hit the the Rutherglen to Wahgunyah section on the flat, sealed trail or pedal the Rutherglen Loops network popping into welcoming cellar doors along the way.
For extra zip, pick up an E-bike from Rutherglen Radler at the BIG4 Rutherglen Holiday Park or touring bikes from the Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre .
MILAWA
Explore the rich history and fresh produce of the Milawa Gourmet Region with a leisurely roll on two wheels.
For a glorious day out, roll from Beechworth down to Milawa and savour a 5 course degustation at the famed Brown Brothers Winery . Book a self-guided Tour de Vines tour or e-bikes and a shuttle back with The Bike Hire Company (open Sep-May) so you can enjoy a post-lunch wine tasting. Staying in Milawa or Wangaratta? Hire bikes from West End Cycles and roll from Milawa to Oxley for 6km of pedal to produce delights.
WANGARATTA
Enjoy an easy-breezy 17km pedal from Wangaratta out to Victoria's food bowl, the Milawa Gourmet Region, and stock up on incredible cheeses, baked treats, olives, seasonal fruits and cool climate Italian wine varietals.
Keen rail trail history riders are spoilt for choice on the Wangaratta to Everton trail section, passing four stations over 25km. Don't miss Everton's famous milkshakes.
Hire an E-Bike from West End Cycles in Wangaratta or take advantage of Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway's 'Stay Cycle Sip & Explore' bike hire package.
