Violet Town
Quick facts
- Population approximately 1,460
- 168 kilometres north of Melbourne
The town of flowers, Violet Town rests at the foot of the Strathbogie Ranges and provides a gateway for visitors to the ranges region. The town is nestled between Euroa and Benalla and has a strong agricultural history based on wool and cropping.
Activities and attractions
- Find fabulous plants, produce and crafts at the long running Violet Town Market, a regional institution held on the second Saturday of every month
- Enjoy spectacular views and scenic drives through the magnificent Strathbogie Ranges which rise above Violet Town
- Get active in the town’s excellent sporting facilities
- Take a break with a meal and a chat in the town’s two friendly country pubs
- Visit the many art galleries and antique shops that can be found in and around Violet Town, including the renowned Stonecrop Fine Art Gallery.
Major events
- Violet Town Market – second Saturday of every month
- Violet Town Arts Festival – March
How to get there
Violet Town is under two hours from Melbourne on the Hume Freeway. Alternatively, you can travel via the Maroondah Highway, turning at Merton and travelling over the Strathbogie Ranges on the Euroa-Mansfield Road to Euroa, and following the Hume Freeway north to Violet Town. A daily train service runs from Melbourne to Albury, stopping in Violet Town.
