The Tamar Valley
Spilling north from Launceston to the sea, the Tamar Valley is cool-climate wine country — sparkling, Pinot Noir and Riesling along a scenic route by a winding river.
The Tamar Valley
Spilling north from Launceston to the sea, the Tamar Valley follows kanamaluka / the Tamar through northern Tasmania’s cool-climate wine country. This is the home of crisp sparkling, elegant Pinot Noir and aromatic Riesling, with cellar doors like Josef Chromy, Pipers Brook, Jansz and Holm Oak strung along a scenic wine route. Add riverside villages, lookouts and lavender nearby, and it’s the perfect day out from the city.
Along the River
Cool-Climate Cellars
Sparkling, Pinot Noir and Riesling at cellar doors strung along both banks.
kanamaluka / the Tamar
A broad tidal river winding from the city down to Bass Strait.
Riverside Towns
Small towns, lookouts and vineyard views to string a scenic drive around.
Lavender at Bridestowe
Purple summer rows at Nabowla, about 50 minutes from the city.
Tamar Valley Tips
- Follow the wine route for sparkling, Pinot Noir and Riesling — see Tamar Valley wine
- Cellar doors include Josef Chromy, Pipers Brook, Jansz and Holm Oak
- Pair the valley with lavender at Bridestowe nearby
- Use a driver so everyone can taste — see our Tamar Valley wine tour
- Read the full Tamar Valley wine guide before you go
The Tamar Valley — FAQ
What is the Tamar Valley?
The Tamar Valley is the river valley of kanamaluka / the Tamar, running north from Launceston to the sea at Bass Strait. It’s northern Tasmania’s cool-climate wine region, threaded by a scenic wine route past riverside villages and lookouts.
What wine is the Tamar Valley known for?
Cool-climate sparkling, Pinot Noir and Riesling are the signatures. Well-known cellar doors include Josef Chromy, Pipers Brook, Jansz and Holm Oak. See Tamar Valley wine for the experiences.
How do you explore the Tamar Valley?
You can self-drive the wine route from Launceston or take a guided tour with a driver so everyone can taste. Cellar-door hours vary by season, so check current details, and consider our Tamar Valley wine tour.
How far is the Tamar Valley from Launceston?
It begins right on the city’s doorstep and stretches north along both banks of the river to the coast, so the first cellar doors are only a short drive from town.
What else is there besides wine?
The winding river and its lookouts, local produce, and the Bridestowe lavender at Nabowla nearby. For the full read, see our Tamar Valley wine guide.
Launceston, Planned Around You
Cataract Gorge in the heart of the city, the Tamar Valley’s cool-climate wine, lavender fields and Ben Lomond — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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