Thredbo, Snowy Mountains — New South Wales

Thredbo is a ski resort village in the Snowy Mountains, within the Snowy River Shire of New South Wales. The village is known as a popular skiing destination all year round, even during summer months when a large snowmaking system is needed to replenish melted snow in lower slopes.

There are more than 50 ski runs in Thredbo, in varying lengths and difficulties. The village is ideal for the whole family to spend their holidays in, with several terrain parks ideal for first timers and children.

For those not keen on skiing, there are several walking paths in the area that offer unique experiences in themselves. A visit to the Information Centre, situated near the lifts, will yield valuable information and guidelines on how to explore Thredbo on foot.

Taking the lift to the top of the valley affords each visitor with spectacular views all around. A short walk is in order for those who wish to reach the summit of Mount Kosciuszko. There are metal walkways to aid those making this short and easy trip, and visitors are encouraged to stay on the path to minimize disturbance to the surrounding flora and fauna.

The village also offers facilities for golf, horse riding, and tennis, to ensure that visitors enjoy a wide-range of activities during their stay, be it for a few days or a week.

There are also several cafes and restaurants in Thredbo, and bars are opened during nighttime for a bit of Alpine nightlife.

A short drive out of the village will bring visitors to the Thredbo Valley Distillery, which is the source of Wildbrumby Schnapps. This distillery is located on the corner of Alpine Way and Wollondibby Road and welcomes visitors all year round. There is a viewing area for them to observe the whole distilling process and marvel at the equipment used.

Apart from the distilling operation, the establishment also features an art gallery that showcases the works of a resident artist. There are also several sculptures made of granite scattered all over the premises and provide interesting sights for a walk to its raspberry farm.

Scenic views can also be had at Dead Horse Gap, accessed through Alpine Way. There is a designated picnic area as well as a walking track, perfect for spending some quiet time with family or loved ones.

Thredbo also boasts of several bicycle tracks that are ideal for mountain biking. In fact, the village’s famous Cannonball Run is credited as the longest downhill course in the country. Because of this, this run is the location of several state and national competitions. There is also the Thredbo Mountain-cross (MTNX) track, equally famous setting for several mountain biking events.

The village is also where the Alpine Training Centre is located. This training center contains several sporting facilities used for high-altitude training of athletes.

During May, an attraction of the different kind is held in Thredbo. The village hosts its annual Jazz Festival, where different jazz and blues music enthusiasts converge and celebrate this common preference. With the Snowy Mountains as its backdrop, every participant and observer will surely get to have memorable experiences.