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Torquay - Bell's Beach - Jan Juc

Torquay is a thriving township facing Bass Strait, 21 km. south of Geelong and is the gateway to the Great Ocean Road.

It is bordered on the west by Spring Creek and its coastal features include Point Danger and Zeally Bay.

The Torquay area is famous for its surf beaches with Jan Juc and the world famous Bells Beach located on the town's southern outskirts.

Many of the world's most famous surf companies have their home in Torquay, including Rip Curl Piping Hot and Quicksilver, which make up part of the giant Surfworld Plaza development. Which includes shopping, eating and the fantastic Surf Museum.

 

Photo: Many of the big surf brands call Torquay home, with large manufacturing facilities and  huge retail stores in the town.

 
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Bell's Beach is 8 kms east of Torquay and is world famous for its great waves and Easter Surfing Classic which has ran since 1961.

 


 
 
 

 

There are many recreation reserves and a beautiful foreshore area with plentiful picnic and BBQ areas.

As a gateway to the Great Ocean Road's tourist mecca, the area has dozens of great attractions and accommodation.

The Torquay ANZAC day service is one of the region's more special, with a dawn service overlooking the southern ocean.

During the year there are many festivals including the summer life saving carnivals, and the Bells Beach Surf Classic.

 

 
 
 
 
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