Northern Rivers Rail Trail on Sydney Weekender

Cycling the Northern Rivers Rail Trail
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Northern Rivers Rail Trail on Sydney Weekender

Sydney Weekender showcases top spots to stay, dine, and explore across Sydney and New South Wales, helping travellers plan the perfect weekend. When they visited the Tweed Valley they certainly found the ideal activity - cycling the Northern Rivers Rail Trail!
 
Watch the clip below and don't forget to browse our range of Northern Rivers Rail Trail cycling itineraries.
 
 

What the Sydney Weekender team says about the Northern Rivers Rail Trail

 
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is an exciting and free initiative connecting guests to the landscapes, local towns and countryside of the Northern Rivers at their own pace. The trail follows the path of the historic railway, winding through the lush countryside, charming villages and scenic landscapes of the Northern Rivers.
 
Discover the Tweed and the Northern Rivers Rail Trail

The trail is 132km the journey ventures through some incredible scenery and offers visitors a unique way of exploring Tweed’s stunning surrounds and experiencing some local hot spots like the Tweed Regional Art Gallery and Hosanna Farmstay.

The Northern rivers Rail Trail recently won GOLD at the NSW Tourism Awards 2024 in the Tourist Attraction Category! So jump on a bike and discover the stunning landscapes, hidden gems and historical wonders that make the this a must visit destination for cyclists and nature enthusiasts
 
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is Australian cycling at its finest
 

Northern Rivers Rail Trail Tours

 
 
 
Have you explored the Tweed Valley by bike yet? Let us know in the comment section below.
 
  

 

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