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Methven
regionCanterbury
Residents1.350
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Methven

Methven is a small town in the region Canterbury.

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Methven lies at the foot of the Mount Hutt at the Raikaia River. During the summer months, the small town is a rural center for the surrounding towns, and during the ski season from June to October it is a popular destination for numerous winter sports enthusiasts.

getting there

By plane

The nearest airport is in Christchurch.

By bus

In the street

Methven is on SH 77 between Ashburton and Darfield.

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Tourist Attractions

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  • Methven is a popular starting point for year round Hot air ballooning, The hot air balloons take advantage of the frequent westerly air currents over the Alps to travel from the magnificent panorama of Mount Hutt over the Canterbury Plains towards Christchurch and the Pacific.
  • Winter sports on Mount Hutt
  • Jetboat and whitewater rafting in the Raikaia Gorge

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Inland Scenic Route
Amberley - Rangiora - Oxford - Wind whistle - Methven - Geraldine
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