- Length
- 33 km (some sources say 32 or 35 km)
- Start
- Auburn (restored railway station)
- Finish
- Barinia Road, north of Clare
- Region
- Clare Valley
- Surface
- Quality formed surface on the former Riverton to Spalding railway line; gentle gradient
- Difficulty
- Easy - suitable for walkers and cyclists of all ages and experience levels, wheelchairs and prams
E-bike rules on this trail
We couldn’t find a trail-specific e-bike rule from the trail’s managers. Follow the South Australia rules: 250 W (or 200 W), assistance to 25 km/h. No licence. Helmet required.
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Highlights
- Passes cellar doors in Leasingham, Watervale, Penwortham, Sevenhill and Clare
- Heritage-listed Sevenhill Jesuit winery and St Aloysius Church (begun 1851)
- Penwortham, the region's first European settlement, with St Mark's Church and John Horrocks' Cottage
- One of the first rail trails developed in South Australia, with three loop trails
Before you go
- About 3 hours cycling end to end, longer with stops
- Distance and direction markers at regular intervals
- Car parking in Clare, Sevenhill, Watervale and Auburn; bike hire available in Clare and Auburn
- About two hours' drive north of Adelaide; take care in summer heat
Common questions
Can you ride an e-bike on the Riesling Trail?
We couldn’t find a trail-specific e-bike rule from the trail’s managers. Follow the South Australia rules: 250 W (or 200 W), assistance to 25 km/h. No licence. Helmet required.
How long is the Riesling Trail?
33 km (some sources say 32 or 35 km), from Auburn (restored railway station) to Barinia Road, north of Clare.
What is the surface like on the Riesling Trail?
Quality formed surface on the former Riverton to Spalding railway line; gentle gradient
Sources
Trail conditions change — check the trail’s official site for closures before you ride. EbikeMate is not affiliated with the trail’s managers. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.