The charming little town of Tulbagh is situated within the valley of the same name, and surrounded by the magnificent mountain ranges of the Western Cape. Summers are sweltering and winters are icy, but Tulbagh is picturesque and inviting all year round. This historical retreat lies about 90 minutes’ drive from the bustling hub of hotels in Cape Town, and…
Simondium is a little hamlet, barely more than a suburb. However, it remains one of the constituents of the world-renowned Cape Winelands. As such, it welcomes many tourists – both from around South Africa and abroad – to enjoy its scenic backdrops and explore its many hidden gems. Being as centrally situated as it is, Simondium benefits from the many…
Wellington is famous for its wines and brandies. Its excellent soils and climate conditions yield wonderful grape varieties that are ideal for producing world-class flavours and award-winning labels. While Wellington is one of the smaller members of the Cape Winelands, there remains plenty to see and do within its borders, particularly for those that value the splendour of the outdoors.…
Stellenbosch is known for its history and university, as well as its status as one of the main towns of the Cape Winelands in the Western Cape Province. There is so much culture here, creating an almost tangible buzz. While the local wine farms and estates are, without a doubt, some of the most popular attractions to those visiting Stellenbosch,…
Franschhoek is known as a slice of France in the heart of the Cape Winelands. Having been established by the French Huguenots centuries ago, it retains much of the ambience of the unspoilt French countryside, with clear African influences and inspirations throughout, creating a unique destination to explore. During your time in Franschhoek, just outside Cape Town, the following five…
Paarl is one of the oldest towns in the country and an important part of the Cape Winelands. This charming, sometimes even quaint, region also plays a major role in celebrating the foundations of the Afrikaans language. Therefore, it combines a fascinating history with wonderful wines and spectacular scenery, leaving no shortage of things to do in Paarl. Here are…
The four star De Kleijne Bos Country House which nestles in the heart of the Drakenstein valley, features the well known winelands region. Situated on the outskirts of the Paarl Village, only 3km from the main town it is an ideal base to indulge tastes for fine wines and world class cuisine. The original De Kleijne Bos Country House offers…
SA-Venues.com™, a premium online travel resource for South Africa, has launched yet another feature to cater to the growing needs of the local and international tourist market. Easy-to-use maps of the wine regions (including the Cape Winelands, Karoo, Northern Cape, etc…) now feature on the website, and allow those planning a visit to the country to plot their route and…
Franschhoek Rond en Bont is a community tourism route that showcases the fascinating history and culture of this part of South Africa’s Western Cape Province. The goal of this very special route is to expose the diversity of the community of this picturesque valley and to share a glimpse into their lives and loves.
This post with permission from South Africa Travel News. See the original article at: Paarl – overlooked jewel of the Western Cape The town of Paarl is literally on my doorstep. I’ve driven past it on the N1 numerous times and yet not visited. But this weekend was an exception. I needed to right a wrong and take a look…
Stellenbosch Fresh Goods Market is an authentic Slow Food Market. As opposed to ‘fast food’, slowfood is the output of producers who have sourced, grown, raised, harvested, caught, preserved or transformed the food themselves.
Bikes ‘n Wines is a novel and exciting approach to Winelands Tourism that appeals to the young-spirited seeking an off-the-beaten-track experience. Explore several superb estates of the Stellenbosch Winelands, situated 50 kilometres outside of Cape Town, through the use of ‘slow tourism’. The full day tour begins by meeting our guides at a café on the famed Long Street in…
The Franschhoek Motor Museum offers visitors a special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history with its unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia in the magnificent setting of L’Ormarins.
Experience the ideal lunch or dinner on the verandah at Diemersfontein Country House. The chef will delight your senses with his creative cooking; he combines excellent food with Diemersfontein´s award winning wines. Open daily but reservations are essential.
The annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival takes place usually in January. During this week various member wineries host special intimate events on their premises. The attractions vary from hearty stews, specialist tastings of timeless classics, quad rides and art exhibitions. Last year’s Wine Week was a huge success, especially as it allows visitors to mingle on a casual and intimate basis…