The Great Alpine Road is a scenic route that winds its way through the stunning alpine regions of Victoria, Australia. It stretches from Wangaratta in the north to Bairnsdale in the east, and passes through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. Along the way,
The Great Alpine Road is a country tourist road in Victoria, Australia, running from Wangaratta in the north to Bairnsdale in the east, passing through the Victorian Alps. The road was given its current name because it was considered the mountain equivalent to Victoria's world-famous Great Ocean Road in the south-west of the state. The road usually remains open during winter; however, vehicles travelling between Harrietville and Omeo are required to carry diamond-pattern snow chains during the declared snow season.