North West Wine Route

From sea to summit and from sun to snow, Tasmania offers a treasure trove of unforgettable adventures and chances for pampered self-indulgence that is second to none.

The North West Wine Route is home to the breathtaking Cradle Mountain, spectacular Bass Strait and the rich red soils and lush green pastures that create a landscape of rural charm around lesser-known towns and secret seaside villages. These secrets await the discerning visitor with a taste for the very best of local produce, an appetite for the genuine, and who prefers not just to follow fashion, but to lead it. This is Tasmania’s own market garden – a land of milk and honey, and of olive oil, handmade chocolates, hops and beers, wines and whiskies.

In this vivid landscape, often framed by the brilliant blue of the sea, time is measured by the seasons. An oasis in the modern world, here is a land of plenty that still has plenty of time for people. So make time to stop and visit the boutique wineries for tasting and sales – meet the winemakers and growers and satisfy your taste for the very best.

Things to See and Do

  • Walk to spectacular Dove Lake and take in the stunning wilderness views in the Cradle Mountain National Park, or just relax with a therapeutic massage or sauna at the Waldheim Alpine Spa at Cradle Mountain Lodge.
  • View Australia’s largest collection of restored Ford vehicles at the Wonders of Wynyard.
  • Taste some of the state’s finest cheese at the Cheese Tasting Centre in Burnie or experience local produce in the city’s restaurants and delis.
  • Visit the remarkable murals in Sheffield – a town where almost every large wall is an impressive work of art.
  • Stroll the shore in the easygoing seaside villages of Ulverstone, Penguin, and Wynyard. Visit the popular Penguin market.