REGION: Macedon Ranges and Spa Country
The Macedon Ranges and Spa Country. Boasting over 65 mineral springs concentrated within a relatively small area, this region is recognised as a premier boutique holiday destination due to the resurgence of belief in the healing properties of mineral water. Located a short distance from Melbourne, the Spa Country is an ideal locale for 'taking the waters'. This is a European tradition dating to the 1840s, when the large Swiss-Italian community realised the healing potential of the waters surrounding them. Mineral water has been bottled here since 1850 and the towns of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs have been spa resorts in the European-style since the 1880s. Alternative and natural therapies, including herbal baths and massages, are also offered. The district also offers wineries and relics of the old goldfields. The surrounding rugged bushland is dotted with local reserves such as Lerderderg SP and the Macedon Ranges, which are ideal for bushwalking, horseriding, fishing and picnicking. The Tipperary Walking Track links Hepburn Springs and Daylesford, passing through old gold-mining areas. Surrounded by lakes and regional parks, this lovely area offers a relaxing holiday destination with a diversity of attractions. Macedon Ranges and Spa Country is a region of Victoria, popular for holiday makers getting away for the weekend, with a good selection of accommodation, hotels, tours and attractions for your holiday. Tourist information can be found at Bacchus Marsh, Daylesford, Gisborne, Kilmore, Kyneton, Melton and Woodend in the Macedon Ranges and Spa Country region and this page on planbooktravel is a useful resource for articles, reviews, stories, photos and blogs for the area. |
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Parks/Reserveslatest storiesWhy I like Kynetonfengsue | 2008-03-31 | Etienne, Master Tarot and Palm reader, who works at Lakshmi's Circle in Kyneton, writes of his love of Kyneton. | read more Kyneton, Victoriamacedonranges | 2008-02-26 | Such graceful aging is everywhere in Kyneton. The volcanic geology of the surrounding area meant the district produced an inexhaustible supply of bluestone which was used to build many of the town’s stately structures. The five original churches in Kyneton were built of local stone, some of which was quarried at the actual building sites. | read more The Macedon Ranges, Victoriamacedonranges | 2008-02-26 | The natural offerings of the Macedon Ranges are all the more remarkable by their proximity to Melbourne. Many of the area’s most remote escapes are only 40mins from the city. | read more top storiesKyneton, Victoriamacedonranges | 2008-02-26 | Such graceful aging is everywhere in Kyneton. The volcanic geology of the surrounding area meant the district produced an inexhaustible supply of bluestone which was used to build many of the town’s stately structures. The five original churches in Kyneton were built of local stone, some of which was quarried at the actual building sites. | read more The Macedon Ranges, Victoriamacedonranges | 2008-02-26 | The natural offerings of the Macedon Ranges are all the more remarkable by their proximity to Melbourne. Many of the area’s most remote escapes are only 40mins from the city. | read more Why I like Kynetonfengsue | 2008-03-31 | Etienne, Master Tarot and Palm reader, who works at Lakshmi's Circle in Kyneton, writes of his love of Kyneton. | read more |
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editors picksKyneton, Victoriamacedonranges | 2008-02-26 | Such graceful aging is everywhere in Kyneton. The volcanic geology of the surrounding area meant the district produced an inexhaustible supply of bluestone which was used to build many of the town’s stately structures. The five original churches in Kyneton were built of local stone, some of which was quarried at the actual building sites. | read more The Macedon Ranges, Victoriamacedonranges | 2008-02-26 | The natural offerings of the Macedon Ranges are all the more remarkable by their proximity to Melbourne. Many of the area’s most remote escapes are only 40mins from the city. | read more Why I like Kynetonfengsue | 2008-03-31 | Etienne, Master Tarot and Palm reader, who works at Lakshmi's Circle in Kyneton, writes of his love of Kyneton. | read more |
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