Maldon
Welcome to Maldon and surrounds
The charming 19th century streetscape of Maldon is an authentic reminder of days gone by. The old weatherboard homes, solid stone buildings and decorative shopfronts are undoubtedly the best preserved example of an Australian gold mining town.
Maldon was the first town to be declared 'notable' by the National Trust of Australia in 1966 and in 2006 was awarded the 'most intact heritage streetscape' by the National Trust.
The township was established after gold was found in 1853 at the foot of Mount Tarrengower. The abundance of gold extracted from the quartz reef mines soon rivalled some of the world's richest sites.
Today cosy cafes, eateries with the fine food, galleries and innovative shops line the historic streets. A stream train provides a nostalgic link from Maldon to Castlemaine. B&Bs self-contained cottages and other accommodation styles are in abundance.
