scenic viewpoint
kunanyi / Mount Wellington
1,271 m summit above Hobart reached by a sealed 21 km road to an enclosed observation shelter overlooking the Derwent estuary.
22 km · about 25 min drive
Tasmania, Australia · Oceania
Huonville is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Franklin, 22km from kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
Huonville is a town located in Tasmania, Australia. With a population of 2,666, it is an important destination in Oceania.
On a road trip, Huonville sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Hobart time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Huonville to your route.
Huonville () HYOO-on-vil is a town located on the banks of the Huon River in the Huon Valley, in the south-east of Tasmania, Australia. It serves as the administrative centre of the Huon Valley Council and is the largest town in the Huon Valley region. Situated approximately 38 kilometres south of the state capital,Read more
Hobart, Huonville acts as a gateway to Tasmania’s wilderness areas and the Southwest National Park.
The town is historically significant for its role in Tasmania's apple-growing industry, earning the Huon Valley the nickname "Golden Valley" due to its production of Golden Delicious apples. While the apple industry has declined, Huonville remains an important agricultural hub, now also known for aquaculture, including salmon farming, and for tourism. As the most centrally located township in the Huon Valley, Huonville serves as a hub for visitors exploring the region’s scenic landscapes, artisanal food and drink, and outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and fishing.
Huonville has a population of 3,002 according to the 2021 census. It is known for its proximity to the Huon Highway, which connects the town to nearby communities and Hobart, making it a central regional township for transport and trade. The township has historically faced environmental challenges, including vulnerability to floods and bushfires, which have affected the town in recent years. Despite these challenges, Huonville continues to thrive as a hub for eco-tourism and sustainable agriculture, preserving its rural heritage while adapting to modern economic and environmental conditions.
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Huonville is located in Tasmania, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -43.0312 latitude, 147.0481 longitude.
Huonville has a population of approximately 2,666 people, making it a town in Australia.
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scenic viewpoint
1,271 m summit above Hobart reached by a sealed 21 km road to an enclosed observation shelter overlooking the Derwent estuary.
22 km · about 25 min drive
museum
Australia's most controversial and provocative private museum, built underground in a Tasmanian winery.
30 km · about 35 min drive
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