Castlemaine Station – Shedshaker Brewing Taproom loop from Castlemaine

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Castlemaine Station – Shedshaker Brewing Taproom loop from Castlemaine

Moderate

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Castlemaine Station – Shedshaker Brewing Taproom loop from Castlemaine

02:59

46.2km

430m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

210 m

Castlemaine Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Castlemaine Station provides regular commuter service on the V/Line as well as the historic Victorian Goldfields Railway. This makes it a great option for history buffs and cyclists and hikers who want to do a long one-way journey and take the train the other way.

Tip by

1.28 km

Shedshaker Brewing Taproom

Highlight • Pub

The Mill Castlemaine was a woollen mill built in 1875 and is now a hub for artisan produce and culture.

The vintage precinct, home to the Vintage Bazaar and Platform No. 5, is home to an incredibly eclectic mix of vintage, re-purposed and second-hand goods and is guaranteed to be one of the best vintage shopping experiences you've ever had.

The excellent Shedshaker Brewery Taproom offers a large range of year round and seasonal beers and is a very welcome find after riding the rail trail from Maldon. Look out for the Scotch Ale....

Tip by

39.5 km

Garfield Mine Water Wheel Ruins

Highlight • Monument

43.2 km

Nice

Highlight • Other

Good fun

Tip by

45.6 km

Castlemaine, Victoria

Highlight • Settlement

Located in Victoria's Goldfields region, Casltemaine got its start with the Victoria Goldrush in 1851. The Dja Dja Wurrung have called this area home and who are part of the Kulin alliance made up of 16 nearby clans.

Today Castlemaine is a popular destination due to its historic architecture, bustling arts scene, and abundance of outdoor activities. The town is also known for having a great food and wine scene with a wide variety ranging from pub fare to modern cafes, breweries, wineries, and cideries.

Tip by

46.2 km

End point

Train Station

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