Initially it creates the impression of just being a crossroads (it is located at the corner of John and Maria Street one block west of Murray Street) but on closer inspection it is recognisable as a small square with tiny single storey cottages on each side of the square.
'Here at Langmeil on 9 October 1866 Pastors J.F. Gossling and E. Homann and lay missionaries J.E. Jacob and H.H. Vogelsang set out to establish a Lutheran Mission among the Dieri tribe of Aboriginals. On 31 January 1867 they established Bethesda Mission Station at Lake Killalpaninna,Coopers Creek.'
Lutheran Churches
Tabor Lutheran Church
A remarkable church on Murray Street (the main street of town) characterised by an orb on the top of the 26 metre spire. In the orb are some old church records. While the church dates from 1849 (making it the first in the village) it was completely rebuilt in 1871. For more information check out their website http://chariot.net.au/~falland/Tabor
Langmeil Lutheran Church
The impressive entrance to the church through an avenue of cypress trees running off Maria Street makes it one of the town's special attractions. Pastor Augustus Kavel,the man responsible for the German emigration to South Australia,is buried in the churchyard.
St. John's Lutheran Church
St John's Lutheran Church,located on Murray Street and dating to 1868,is notable for the five life-sized statues - Peter and Paul,Moses and Jeremiah and Christ - made from wood and painted white to give the impression of being made out of marble. The church is signposted off the main street in town and is located in Janes Place.
Auricht's printing office
This remarkable building was completed in 1855. It has been at the centre of Tanunda's printing for over 130 years.
Post Office Museum
The Post Office remains a constant reminder of the sense of community which characterised Tanunda in the early days. The land was purchased by the people of the town who then gave it to the government to build a post office. The building was completed in 1866 and today is used as a museum which records and stores the history of the area.
Chateau Tanunda winery
Founded in 1889,Chateau Tanunda,one of the most famous brands of Australian wine,is located next to the Tanunda railway station
Cooperages
There are a number of businesses in town where wine casks and kegs are made. They all are open to the public and offer an opportunity to experience the ancient art. They include The Keg Factory on St Hallet Road (08) 8563 3012,Heinrich Cooperage on Basedow Road (08) 8563 3780,Schulz Barrel Co at 37a Murray Street (08) 8563 0177 and A.P. John Cooperage at 24-26 Basedow Road (08) 8563 2178.
Mengler's Hill Lookout
The road that connects Tanunda and Angaston crosses the Barossa Valley at Mengler's Hill. The hill was named after an early vine grower,Mr Mengler. It is an excellent vantage point to appreciate the seemingly endless vineyards and the richness of the Barossa Valley.
Story Book Cottage and Whacky Wood
A tourist attraction built around the depiction of well known children's story book characters and events. Located in Oak Street. Contact (08) 8563 2910. It is open 10 am - 5 pm daily.
Norms Coolie Sheep Dogs
An entertaining display of the skills of the Australian sheep dog in a typical Australian farmland setting. Located off Gomersal Road. Contact (08) 8563 2198.
Winery
Basedow Wines
Located at 161-165 Murray Street in the heart of Tanunda this winery was established in 1896 and specialises in both red and white table wines (and is known for its outstanding whites) derived from a wide variety of grapes. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. There is also a pleasant picnic area. For more details contact (08) 8563 0333.
Stanley Brothers Winery
Located in Barossa Valley Way this small winery was established in 1994 and specialises in premium varietal red and white table wines and fortified wines derived from cabernet sauvignon,riesling,muscadelle,Grenache,shiraz and chardonnay grapes. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8563 3375.
Richmond Grove
Located in Para Road winery was established in 1897 and specialises in both premium red and white table wines derived from cabernet sauvignon and riesling grapes. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8563 2204. There are very pleasant picnic facilities beside the Para River.
Peter Lehmann Wines
Located in Para Road this huge winery (they crush over 10,000 tonnes of grapes each year - they buy grapes from more than 200 Barossa growers) was established in 1979 and specialises in both red and white table wines derived from cabernet,shiraz,riesling and chardonnay grapes. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8563 2500. In winter the tastings take place in front of an open fire in the historic 1860s winery.
Old Barn Wines
Located in Para Road this small family winery was established in 1990 in an old barn built by the early settlers in 1861 and specialises in both red and white table wines,sparking wines and fortified wines derived from a wide range of grapes. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8563 0111.
Langmeil Winery
Located in Para Road this winery was established in 1932 in the old Lutheran village of Langmeil near the North Para River. It specialises in both red and white table wines and fortified wines derived from shiraz grapes. The vineyard dates to the 1840s. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8563 2595.
Chateau Dorrien
Located on Seppeltsfield Road this winery was established in 1984 and specialises in both red and white table wines,fortified wines and mead derived from cabernet sauvignon,shiraz,riesling and chardonnay grapes. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8562 2850.
Glaetzer Wines
Located at 34 Barossa Valley Way this small family winery was established in 1996 and specialises in both red and white table wines and sparkling wines. It is open seven days a week for tastings and sales. For more details contact (08) 8563 0288.
Tourist Information
Barossa Wine and Visitor Information Centre
66-68 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0600,1300 852 982
Facsimile:(08) 8563 0616
Motels
Barossa Junction Motel
Barossa Valley Way
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 3400
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3660
Rating:***
Barossa Motor Lodge
Murray St P.O. Box 305
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2988
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3653
Rating:***1/2
Bed&Breakfast/Guesthouses
The Hermitage of Marananga Country Guesthouse
P.O. Box 219
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8562 2722
Facsimile:(08) 8562 3133
Rating:*****
Hotels
Tanunda Hotel
51 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2030
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2165
Rating:**1/2
Valley Hotel
73 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2039
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3830
Rating:***
Resorts
Barossa Connoisseur's Golfing Experience
Barossa Valley Way
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 3400
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3660
Barossa Weintal Resort
Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2303,1800648 269
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2279
Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
Golflinks Rd Rowland Flat
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8524 0000 1300 657 697
Facsimile:(08) 8524 0100
Rating:****1/2
Bed&Breakfast/Guesthouses
Barossa House Bed&Breakfast
Barossa Valley Way P.O. Box 339
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8562 4022
Facsimile:(08) 8562 4002
Rating:***1/2
Blickinstal Hillside Bed&Breakfast
Rifle Range Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2716
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2716
Rating:****
Lawley Farm Bed&Breakfast
Krondorf Rd P.O. Box 103
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2141
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2141
Rating:****1/2
Paranook Bed&Breakfast
6 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0208
Rating:***
The Lanzerac
Menge Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0499
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3652
Rating:****
Apartments
Stonewell Haven Spa Apartments
Stonewell Rd P.O. Box 96
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2019
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3624
Cottages&Cabins
Elsie's Cottage
5 John St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0004
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3801
Jacobs Creek Retreat
Nitschke Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0422
Facsimile:(08) 8563 0727
Jewel of the Valley
Elizabeth St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:1800 227 677
Facsimile:(08) 8564 4993
Rating:****1/2
Langmeil Cottages
89 Langmeil Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2987
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2987
Rating:***1/2
Merlot Cottage
1C Murray St P.O. Box 330
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0577
Facsimile:(08) 8563 0573
Miriams Cottage
22 College St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8562 8103
Facsimile:(08) 8562 8259
Rating:****
Naimanya Cottage
Cnr Flaxmans Valley&Pohlners Rd P.O. Box 544
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8565 3275
Facsimile:(08) 8565 3275
Rating:***
Normas Place Cottage
50 John St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:0418 823 556
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2489
Rating:***
Stationmasters Guesthouse
Barossa Valley Way Dorrien
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8562 4660
Facsimile:(08) 8565 7023
Rating:****1/2
Stonewell Holiday Cottages
Stonewell Rd P.O. Box 96
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2019
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3624
Tanunda Cottages
157 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8522 3244
Treasured Memories
27 John St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8524 6380
Facsimile:(08) 8524 7006
Veritas Cottage
Stelzer Rd P.O. Box 126
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2330 or (08) 8563 0535
Facsimile:(08) 8562 1177
Rating:***
Woodbridge Cottage
Woodbridge Gomersal Via Tanunda
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2059
Rating:***
Woodbridge Farm Cottage
Gomersal Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2059
Facsimile:(08) 8563 2581
Tanunda Caravan&Tourist Park
Barossa Valley Way P.O. Box 262
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2784
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3711
Rating:****
Lodges&Chalets
Wycombe Lodge Cottages
Bethany Rd P.O. Box 259
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2776
Caravan Parks
Tanunda Caravan&Tourist Park
Barossa Valley Way P.O. Box 262
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2784
Facsimile:(08) 8563 3711
Rating:***1/2
Restaurants
1918 Bistro&Grill
94 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0405
Bacchus Tavern
Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2303
Barossa Motor Lodge
Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2988
Die Galerie Stonegrill Restaurant
Weintel Hotel 66 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2303
Sharman's Bar&Grill
36 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0606
Tanunda Hotel
51 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2030
The Hermitage of Marananga
Seppeltsfield Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8562 2722
Facsimile:(08) 8562 3133
The Hermitage of Marananga Country Guesthouse
P.O. Box 219
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8562 2722
Facsimile:(08) 8562 3133
The Landhaus Bethany
Bethany Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2191
The Lanzerac
Menge Rd
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0499
The Park Restaurant
2a Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 3500
Tracks Bistro
Junction Resort Barossa Valley Way
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 3400
Zinfandel Tea Rooms
58 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2822
Cafés
Cafe Heidelberg&Gallery
8 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2151
Cafe Lanzerac and Wine Bar
109 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 0322
Carol&Kims Cafe
56 Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 3099
La Buona Vita Cafe
89a Murray St
Tanunda SA 5352
Telephone:(08) 8563 2527