Seymour on the Goulburn - local business, community & tourism information

Begin the Winery Trail at Seymour and by following the Route 64 markers your journey will take you to the Fine Wineries of the Goulburn Valley, the heart of the Victorian Wine Industry. Since 1869, wines from the region have been winning awards at all the world's principal exhibitions. Vines were first planted in the area in 1860 at Tahbilk Winery, which today is Victoria's oldest winery & vineyard - still family owned.

The region is now a major premium & sparkling wine producing area in Australia with over 1000 acres of classical varieties planted and also one of the world's rarest grape varieties, Marsanne. Each winery offers a unique cellar door experience with diverse character and warm hospitality.

Make your Winery Trail experience a one, two or three day adventure travelling on scenic country roads and passing magnificent waterways and historic sites.

Brave Goose Vineyard
Goulburn Valley Highway, Seymour
5799-1229 0409-418489

The Stocker family grow Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Gamay & Malbec grapes on hilly ironstone slopes of the Goulburn Rive five kilometers from Seymour. For eighteen years premium grapes have been sold to Mitchelton & some are made into award winning wines at the vineyard.

Somerset Crossing Winery
1 Emily Street, Seymour
Cellar Door - (03) 5792-2445

Set in the grounds of Somerset Crossing Winery on the banks of the majestic Goulburn River. A unique property of two Octagonal Buildings featuring reclaimed bridge timbers and central Atriums,Housing the Restaurant & the Winery/Cellar Door, linked by a vine covered courtyard.

All on 26 acres with 14 under Vine. From the intimate dinner to Private functions, meetings, conferences and weddings all can be arranged for any time or day. The restaurant also offers our private Vintage Room which is ideal for groups of up to 36 dining or 50 theatre/lecture style.

Enjoy a light lunch, great coffee & dessert or just an appetiser. Alternately settle in for a sumptuous meal in a relaxed friendly environment. Relax & enjoy. Bookings are recommended but not essential. Restaurant open for Lunch Thursday thru to Sunday & Dinner Thursday thru to Saturday, all other times available by arrangement.

Tallarook Vineyard
140 Ennis Rd, Tallarook, 3659

Phone: +61 (0)3 5793 8342
Fax: +61 (0)3 5793 8399
Mobile: +61 (0)416 183 646
Email: info@tallarook.com

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Seymour Visitor Information Centre
47 Emily Street, Seymour, Victoria, 3660
Opening Hours 7 Days a week 9am-5pm
Ph (03) 5799-0233 Fax (03) 5792-3255
Email:visitorinfo@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au

Located at the junction of the Hume and Goulburn Valley Highways, Seymour is nestled in a picturesque valley at the base of the Tallarook Ranges on the banks of the Goulburn River.

The Goulburn River, edged with majestic gums, and its parks with native animals like koalas, provides the backdrop for Seymour. Surrounding Seymour are the Scenic Heritage Listed Trawool Valley, the spectacular Nagambie Lakes, the stunningly rugged Strathbogie Ranges and the State Forests of the Tallarook Ranges. This sets the scene for a wide variety of activities and attractions including wineries, rail & military memorabilia, art & antiques, boutique cafes & shops, historical buildings & scenic heritage parks. Nature and adventure enthusiasts can enjoy bushwalking, fishing, boating, camping and much more.

Route 64, The Winery Trail begins at Seymour. It takes you on a scenic journey past historic sites and famous Thoroughbred Studs to the fine wineries of the Seymour & Nagambie Lakes Wine Region.

Seymour is a substantial country town with a population of 7,000, centrally located in the state of Victoria. At an elevation of 141 metres, it is 97km north of Victoria's capital city, Melbourne, at the junction of the Hume and Goulburn Valley Highways. It is only a leisurely one hour drive along the Hume Highway from Melbourne or Tullarmarine Airport.

Mitchell Shire Council
www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au

Strathbogie Shire Council
www.strathbogieshire.vic.gov.au

Murrindindi Shire Council
www.murrindindishire.vic.gov.au

Nagambie Lakes Region
www.nagambielakestourism.com.au