Nuriootpa SA 5355 (Pop 5 000)

Nuriootpa is the Barossa Valley’s main commercial centre situated 72 km n-e of Adelaide. Named after the Aboriginal word meaning ‘meeting place’, Nuriootpa began its life as a slab hut hotel in 1843 and grew from there. The Para River runs through this picturesque historic town surrounded by vineyards. Barossa Vintage Festival (odd numbered years Apr), Barossa Jazz Weekend (Aug), Barossa International Music Festival (Oct).

Tourist Attractions & Info:
Coulthard House & Reserve, Penrice Rd beautiful bluestone building (1855) located in a popular recreation area.

Nearby:
Lights Pass (3 km east) tiny historic settlement noted for two Lutheran churches and Luhrs Pioneer German Cottage (1848) displaying interesting German artifacts. Barossa Wineries in abundance!

Accommodation:
Nuriootpa has 3 motels, a hotel, 4 B&Bs, several holiday cottages/lodges and a caravan park. Visitor Information Centre: Murray St, Tanunda. Tel (08) 8563 0600 or 1300 812 662.

Airport:
Adelaide Airport (ADL), 1 James Schofield Dr, Adelaide Airport. Tel (08) 8308 9211. (79 km s-w).

Hospitals:
Angaston Hospital, 29 North St. Tel (08) 8563 8500. (6 km s-e); Tanunda Hospital, 15 Mill St. Tel (08) 8563 2398. (7 km south).