Devonport

The Door to the North West, Devonport is used by the TT Line Ferries (Spirit I, II & III) to ferry people and vehicles to and from Melbourne and Sydney. A city of some 30,000 people, Devonport is the gateway to the rest of the North West, including Cradle Mountain, and other wilderness areas. Visit and ride aboard the famous Don River Railway. Stay in one of the many charming Bed & Breakfasts in the area. Only 10 minutes away is the enchanting Latrobe with its cycling and wood chopping history. Wander the streets in the many bric a brac and antique shops or visit the nearby Platypus sanctuary. A fantastic location for exploring the North West Coast. With Burnie and Ulverstone and Penguin just a short drive away.

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Attractions:

Tasmanian Arboretum

Some 2400 trees have been planted by volunteers at this 58 hectare site, which displays some of the astonishing wealth of Tasmanian endemic trees. The arboretum occupies undulating countryside beside the Don River at Eugenana, 10 kilometres south of Devonport, via Spreyton. The many attractions include native bush, limestone outcrops and cliffs, nature trails, a lake with islands, weirs and bridges, and native bird life. The picnic area alongside the Melrose Creek is furnished with tables, seats and barbecues. There are two lookout arbours at vantage points, a rotunda providing shelter and a kiosk open at weekends. Before visiting, it is essential to first ring the caretaker, telephone 03 6427 2690.

Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame, Latrobe , Tasmania

The Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame is an educational, interpretive, tourist and function centre in Latrobe, Tasmania. The Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame is a community project which celebrated its Stage One opening in December 2002. Tasmania's first national hall of fame has received support and funding from all tiers of government, industry, small business and civic groups and the Tasmanian Community Fund. Stage One portrays the history, exploits and achievements of Australia's internationally renowned sporting woodchoppers. Visitors can see and talk to the sporting axemen and women who provide live wood chopping exhibitions on a regular basis. Stage One also includes a licensed cafe, indoor wood chopping arena, gift shop stocked with local arts and crafts and visitor information service. The Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame building can be used for special events including music performances, art exhibitions, meetings, weddings and community functions. Only ten minutes from the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal and Devonport Airport, the Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame is part of the Bell's Parade tourism precinct which also includes the faithfully-restored colonial residence Sherwood Hall and the Settlers Wharf Bicentennial project.

House of Anvers Chocolate Factory

Melt in the mouth is no longer a cliché when you stop at the House of Anvers. Igor Van Gerwen and his staff hand-make chocolate truffles, chocolate oranges, fudge and praline using fresh cream and pure butter from Tasmania, the world's best chocolate and liqueurs, and the know-how acquired in his birthplace, Belgium, lauded throughout Europe for its fine chocolate. A selection box of truffles include flavours such as kirsch, strawberry and Grand Marnier. Flavours that would dominate others, such as ginger and mint, are packed by themselves. A terrific, light gift to take home that's truly Tasmanian, despite its European antecedents. The 'House of Anvers' is a real chocolate taste sensation and is located in the property known as 'Wyndarra Lodge', a stylish house which was built in 1931 and which is set in 1.12 hectares of old tree gardens. The Californian bungalow style house incorporates a long Austrian style roofline, gargoyles on the rooftop and the most beautiful stained glass windows. The gardens are very much eclectic as well, featuring trees from all around the world. Anvers has viewing windows installed for visitors to see the factory in action. People will see our qualified confectionery staff tempering, moulding and enrobing fine coverture chocolates, truffles, pralines, fudge and more. Also a small museum on the history of chocolate is incorporated to add to the excitement. Our coffee shop (open fire place, stained glass windows) specialises in chocolates, hot cocoa in many flavours, chocolate desserts and...more chocolate. French breakfast and light Tasmanian fare lunches will be served and a range of teas and espresso coffees for the morning and afternoon break. Anvers also have a confectionary shop in Devonport  

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