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The Deloraine River Walk follows both sides of the Meander River through the centre of Deloraine in northern Tasmania. This 31-minute walking video moves between the riverbank, gardens and the historic town, with the water staying close by for most of the route.

The walking is easy and mostly flat, with compact, well-formed paths and no steep sections or steps. Two suspension bridges cross the Meander, adding a little variety to the otherwise gentle walk. Along the river there are also native plantings, a weir and open grassy areas, with plenty of trees lining the water.

There's quite a bit to see along the way besides the river. Sculptures by local artists are scattered along both banks, while the walk passes a heritage train, playground and other features around town. Part of the route follows the Kooparoona Niara Cultural Trail, which includes native plantings, bush tucker and artworks connected with Tasmanian Aboriginal culture.

The river also brings plenty of wildlife into the town. Birdlife is common around the water and surrounding vegetation, while wild platypus can be found in the Meander River. The combination of river, gardens, sculptures and historic buildings gives this walk a very different feel from a typical Tasmanian bush track.

For the treadmill version, the pace is set at around 5 km/h with a 0% incline. This is a close match for the real route, which is flat and easy underfoot. The steady pace works well for a relaxed indoor walk, with the changing scenery providing most of the interest rather than any physical challenge.

The official Deloraine River Walk takes around 30 minutes and forms a short circuit through the town. At 31 minutes, this virtual version is a simple, easy-going walk where the Meander River, local history, artwork and surrounding gardens all become part of the scenery.