Franschhoek

27 estates in this wine region.

This Region includes:
Franschhoek, Robertsvlei, and Pniel

This beautiful wine region is considered by many as the real wine and dine center of South Africa, with its long tradition of wine growing dating back to 1688, when the French Huguenots arrived in the area and settled in this valley till today where it produces a wide variety of the best wines South Africa has to offer. The green valley surrounded by beautiful mountains covered by a mixture of natural fynbos and wineries that go on as far as the eye can see create a blend of elements that provide a relaxing environment and views that will take your breath away. The town in the heart of the valley, can provide for all your needs and desires from renting a car for the day to beautiful accommodation in a comfortable bed & breakfast or a hotel at excellent prices.

The wine varieties that can be found in the region include various Cabernet Sauvignons; Merlots; Pinotages; Pinot Noirs; Shiraz´s Chardonnays; Chenin Blanc´s Pino Grigio´s; Sauvignon Blanc´s and Semillion´s to name but a few.

For visitors to the town, who enjoy being outdoors there is a host of activities to keep anyone busy for a life time, from something as relaxing as golf or fly fishing to more physical activities such as cycling, hiking and horseback riding. If you are keen on the views you can also take a helicopter ride around the region or go paragliding and drift slowly in the cool breezes coming in off the Atlantic ocean.

For those looking for a shopping experience, Franschhoek gives you a splendid opportunity to experience a uniquely African shopping environment with no commercial malls, just many smaller shops spread throughout the town, which makes for a great day of shopping. The artistic culture of South Africa and France mix together superbly in Franschhoek to create a beautiful blend of unique artworks, which are displayed in many of the local Art Gallery´s throughout the town.

 

Franschhoek is just a 45 minute drive from Cape Town International Airport, visit this quiet region and  enjoy the wines, the scenery and the fine dining.