Ballandean
The Granite Belt’s largest number of award-winning winemakers can be found in Ballandean.
Set along the railway line, it was home to some of the earliest Italian settlers. The villages of the Southern Granite Belt, Eukey, Severnlea, Glen Aplin, Wyberba, Ballandean and Wallangarra are the home to a number of vineyards, gourmet food producers, accommodation establishments and points of historic interest to visit.
- Visit Ballandean Estate — site of the first Cellar Door on the Granite Belt.
- Don’t miss a little bit of Egypt! Drive past the famous handmade Pyramid or climb the natural made Pyramid at Girraween National Park
- Go fishing along the Severn River, or four wheel driving in Sundown National Park.
- Learn how to make exquisite natural soap at Washpool Farm Soaperie — a treat for the senses.
- Many of the wineries host regular events, including one of the largest, Opera in the Vineyard (April/May)
- Tantalise your taste buds with many wineries and cafes nearby.
