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activities are on offer in the Winelands region surrounding The
Franschhoek but the activities listed below are probably the most
recognised for this particular region. To satisfy the more adventurous
spirits, the valley also provides the idyllic setting for walking
trails, hiking, cycling, horse riding and fly fishing.
Paragliding offers the brave and free spirited an incredible bird's eye view of the area. |
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Golf Courses |
Golf in the Winelands region is an absolute must for the golf enthusiast.
Numerous championship golf courses are situated here with immaculate courses and state-of-the-art clubhouses. |
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Wine Tasting |
| Franschhoek is famed for its world-class wines and wine estates.
Most wine farms in the Cape Winelands offer wine tasting and cellar tours - a highlight for even the non-wine lover's itinerary. |
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Nestled
between magnificent mountains in the beautiful Cape Winelands lies the
lush and fertile Franschhoek Valley and the quaint village of
Franschhoek itself - the heart of which is the location of your luxury
boutique hotel accommodation.
Franschhoek is the food and wine
capital of South Africa, where splendid wines are produced and our top
chefs create international and traditional gourmet cuisine in some of
the country's top restaurants. |
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Franschhoek Highlights:
• Lush vineyards and world-class wine estates
• Gourmet restaurants
• Arts, crafts and boutique-style shops
• Championship golf courses |
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ideal base from which to explore this splendid region, Franschhoek is a
delightful village with many quaint arts and craft boutiques, galleries
coffee shops and fine restaurants lining the main street. Franschhoek was founded in 1688,
when hundreds of Huguenots fled their French homeland, arriving by ship
at the Cape of Good Hope. Many of them were given land by the Dutch
government in a valley called Oliphantshoek (Elephant Corner) - so
named because of the vast herds of elephants that roamed the area. Soon
after they settled here, it become known as Franschhoek (French Corner).
This
heritage lives on today with the Huguenot monument standing proudly at
the top of the village. Many of the original farms still carry their
original french names. Bastille Day on the 14th of July celebrates the
village's French Heritage with a festival of fine French food and wine. |
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The
famous Cape Winelands region is an area of spectacular beauty, rugged
mountains, fertile valleys, scenic mountain passes, historical
monuments and of course acres upon acres of lush vineyards and
world-famous wine estates. A 45-minute drive from Cape Town,
the Cape Winelands is easily accessible as a day excursion, but a stay
in this region is highly recommended. |
Cape Winelands Highlights:
• World-famous wine estates
• Award-winning wines
• Spectacular scenery
• Numerous quaint villages and historical monuments to explore |
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winelands accommodation offered by The Franschhoek allows guests to
fully appreciate all the region has to offer whilst enjoying luxury
accommodation in a spectacular location. The areas of Stellenbosch, Paarl
and Franschhoek comprise the magnificent region of the Winelands. These
historic towns are fascinating attractions in their own right, not to
mention the many surrounding wine farms.
It
is the Mediterranean climate and winter rainfall of the south-western
Cape that produces some of the best wines in the country. The rich,
fertile soils along the Breede River and especially the areas of
Somerset West, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, have become world
famous for their whites, reds, sherries, ports and brandies. You will
be spoilt for choice between small, boutique wineries and the larger,
more commercial wine estates.
As well as
sampling some of the world's best wines in magnificent surrounds, you
can join the winemaker on a tour of his cellar where the harvest is
lovingly transformed into award-winning wines. |
Attractions: Winelands Restaurant
| The chef at The Franschhoek will prepare a gourmet meal by arrangement for
you to enjoy in the comfort of the guest dining area. Alternatively,
tantalise your tastebuds at one of the many world-class restaurants
that abound in Franschhoek.
From
small, friendly coffee shops to exclusive gourmet restaurants,
Franschhoek offers some of South Africa's most acclaimed restaurants
and has everything from delicious country fare to sublime French
cuisine. |
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Winelands Restaurants Highlights:
• Prestigious traditional and international cuisine
• World-class restaurants
• Gourmet chefs
• South Africa's top restaurant |
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to eight of South Africa's top 100 restaurants, Franschhoek is a food
lover's dream. Most of the wine farms in the region offer top-class
restaurants on their individual estates. The town boasts many excellent
restaurants varying in cuisine, ambience and style and of course all
include impressive wine lists! Many of the local restaurants
are noted for their innovative cuisine and warm hospitality.
Particularly noteworthy is Le Quartier Francais - rated as South
Africa's top restaurant, and one of the Top 50 restaurants in the world.
Our
in-house chauffeur will delight in transporting you to the desired
winelands restaurant of your choice and return you to your hotel
accommodation, allowing you to enjoy your evening in comfort and style. |
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