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| Whether it is its magnificent
natural beauty, its rich cultural heritage or its
world-renowned wines, the Winelands Region is synonymous with
all the best that the Cape has to offer. A 45-minute drive
from Cape Town brings you to this area where splendid
mountains form a dramatic backdrop to lush vineyards and
gabled Cape Dutch homesteads steeped in history. Come
experience the hospitality and beauty of Stellenbosch, Paarl,
Wellington, Franschhoek and Pniel. The diversity of the
Winelands will capture every heart.
Follow in the footsteps of our ancestors as you stroll
along the oak-lined streets of Stellenbosch, the second oldest
town in the country. Our colourful history comes to life in
the splendidly restored Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian
buildings in each town. Monuments such as the Huguenot
Memorial and Afrikaans Language Monument and the many
outstanding museums provide a fascinating glimpse into the
past.
The excellent wines produced in this area are
world-renowned You will be spoilt for choice between small,
boutique wineries and the larger, more commercial wine
estates. Taste the fruit of the vintner's labour in the
magnificent surrounds that are so characteristic of the
Winelands, or join the winemaker on a tour of his cellar where
the precious harvest is lovingly transformed into every wine
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| To revive fatigued taste
buds, the Winelands boasts some of the finest restaurants in
the Cape, offering from traditional fare to the more exotic.
And don't miss out on other culinary delights produced in the
region such as cheese, olives, herbs, berries and much more.
With its ragged mountains and fertile valleys, the
Winelands is paradise to nature lovers and outdoor
enthusiasts. Invigorating hikes through the many nature
reserves in the area will have you marvelling at the
indigenous fynbos that flourishes here. Whether you enjoy the
thrill of tearing down the hillside on a mountain bike, or
relaxing next to a tranquil river catching trout, the
exhilaration of a hot-air balloon-ride over the granite
outcrops of Paarl Mountain or savouring the beauty of the
setting sun on horseback, the Winelands will surpass your
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For more information, please
contact:
Winelands Regional Tourism Organisation
Tel: +27 21 872 0686
Fax: +27 21 872 0534
E-mail: info capewinelands.org
P.O. Box 3124
Paarl, 7620
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| The excellent wines produced in this area are
world-renowned, and the many wine farms in the Region are
major draw cards for tourists. You will be spoilt for choice
between small, boutique wineries and the larger, more
commercial wine estates. Formalised tastings and cellar tours
are available at many farms. Restaurants, offering from tea
and scones to nouvelle cuisine will revive taste buds,
fatigued by the many wines on offer. Also explore the Brandy
Route with its many fine cellars, some offering fascinating
demonstrations of the brandy making process.
* Stellenbosch Wine Route
* Paarl Vintners
* Wellington Wine Route
* Vignerons de Franschhoek
* Brandy Route |
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