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Avoca

Avoca races

Avoca nestles at the eastern base of the Pyrenees ranges, and was once a rich gold producing area. It was one of the first goldfields in the north-western area of Victoria, which produced one of the richest finds anywhere in the world. Today the area is known for its fine wines and wool production.

Quick facts

  • Population approximately 1,000
  • 187 kilometres north-west of Melbourne
  • Golden heritage.

Activities and attractions

  • Sample the famous Pyrenees wines at some of the district's 16 wineries
  • Go bushwalking or 4WD in the Pyrenees ranges or the state forests
  • Try your luck at finding gold on one of the old nearby goldfields
  • Follow the Avoca Historic Walk past the historic buildings, including the courthouse (1857) and the Avoca Primary School (built in the 1870s). Pick up a brochure at the Avoca Information Centre, and look out for plaques at each historic site.

Major Events

  • Blue Pyrenees Pink Lamb and Purple Shiraz Race Meeting – Labour Day weekend
  • Blue Pyrenees Estate Petanque Tournament – March
  • Mount Avoca ANZAC Day races – Anzac Day
  • The Pyrenees Vignerons After Vintage Luncheon – May
  • Taltami Avoca Cup Race Meeting – Caulfield Cup Day
  • Pyrenees Petanque Tournament – November
  • Great Grape Road Winter Winemakers Luncheons – every Sunday in June, July and August plus Father’s Day.

How to get there
Avoca is situated at the crossroads of the Pyrenees and Sunraysia Highways and is approximately 2 hours from Melbourne.