Barossa Valley

The Barossa Valley (Barossa German: Barossa Tal) is a valley in South Australia located 60 kilometres (37 mi) northeast of Adelaide city centre. The valley is formed by the North Para River. It is notable as a major wine-producing region and tourist destination.

Barossa Valley
Barossa Tal (Barossa German)
South Australia
Autumn colour surrounding Tanunda
Barossa Valley
The location of Tanunda, one of the key towns in the region.
Coordinates34°32′S 138°57′E
Population25,066 (2021)
 • Density20/km2 (52/sq mi)  (approx.)
Area912 km2 (352.1 sq mi)
Time zoneACST (UTC+9.5)
 • Summer (DST)ACDT (UTC+10.5)
Location60 km (37 mi) NE of Adelaide city centre
LGA(s)

The Barossa Valley Way is the main road through the valley, connecting the main towns on the valley floor of Nuriootpa, Tanunda, Rowland Flat and Lyndoch. The Barossa Trail walking and cycling path is 40 kilometres (25 mi) long, and passes the main towns, starting from near Gawler on the Adelaide Plains, to Angaston to the east of the valley.

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