Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Cape WinelandsCape Town and WinelandsCape Town and Winelands Tourist Map.The Cape Winelands is a region of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. It is the largest wine producing region in South Africa and is divided into six main wine regions, each offering their own unique wine route. Constantia, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Robertson and Wellington are the most popular. The geographic area is generally referred to locally as the Boland, meaning uplands in Afrikaans.
The Cape Winelands with its magnificent natural beauty, its rich cultural heritage and its world-renowned wines is a region is synonymous with all the best that the Cape has to offer.
The Cape Winelands are a 45-minute drive from Cape Town where splendid mountains form a dramatic backdrop to lush vineyards and gabled Cape Dutch homesteads steeped in history.
Experience the hospitality and beauty of Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington, Franschhoek and Pniel. Visit some of the many wine farms, or stroll down a beautifully restored street in one of the historical town centres and visit the museums and monuments that pay homage to our proud history.
The excellent wines produced in this area are world-renowned. Join the winemaker on a tour of his cellar where the harvest is lovingly transformed into every wine lover's delight.
The Winelands is the ideal base from which to explore Cape Town and its surrounding area. Indulge yourself in luxury at one of the exclusive boutique hotels, or enjoy the hospitality of one of the many guest houses and bed and breakfast establishments throughout the area.
Many wine farms offer a variety of tranquil and secure accommodation options.
Paarl Only 56 km from Cape Town, Paarl offers historical charm, culture, architectural heritage, wine and fruit farms, breathtaking scenery and many cycling and nature trails. Major attractions include Paarl Mountain (one of the largest solid rocks in the world), the Afrikaans Language Monument and a treasure house of architecture found along the 2 km stretch of the Main Street.
Franschhoek Franschhoek is well known for its excellent restaurants, top accommodation establishments, splendid mountains and openhearted hospitality. Spend time browsing its many arts-and-craft shops, galleries and antique stores. Stellenbosch Stellenbosch, the oldest town in the country after Cape Town, is undoubtedly one of the most scenic and historically-preserved towns in southern Africa. The town, ideally situated in a magnificent mountain valley, boasts a mild Mediterranean climate and is the ideal destination from which to explore the Winelands and the many tourists attractions that the area has to offer.
Wellington Wellington is famous for the panoramic Bain's Kloof Pass, Dried Fruit shop, picturesque wine estates where wine as well as olive tastes are offered and well-known leather factories.
Pniel As you travel from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek via the scenic Hellshoogte Pass, the modest village of Pniel lies on the banks of the Dwars River in the Drakenstein Valley. This peaceful town with its close-knit community is well worth a visit. The majestic Boland Mountains, inland from the Cape Peninsula, form the border of this beautiful area – often referred to as ‘the cradle of the South African wine industry’. It was here that the first experiments were conducted to find the most suitable vine cultivars for South Africa conditions. In the 1680’s, French Huguenots brought the art of wine-making to the green valleys of the Boland, bequeathing a 300 year old heritage of fine wines and stately homesteads. Various wines routes in the area provide opportunities for wine lovers to sample the region’s superb wines and gain insight into the wine-making process. A unique cultural experience awaits the visitor to this region, it’s long and colourful history is not only portrayed in the gracious historical buildings but also in the warmth and hospitality of it’s people. Towns Franschhoek, Paarl, Pniel, Stellenbosch, Wellington Accommodation in and around Cape Winelands Mimosa Lodge accommodation in Cape Winelands
Situated in Montagu, the heart of Route 62, and just two hours from Cape Town, Mimosa Lodge is the perfect stop on the scenic route between Cape Town, Oudtshoorn and the Garden Route. The Lodge is a delightful retreat with an enviable reputation for ... More
 Olive Garden Country lodge **** accommodation in Cape Winelands
A place in the mountains where the living is good... At Olive Garden you can indulge in the Italian art of 'far-niente' or 'doing nothing'.But this is not all. Enjoy the outdoor romantic hot hydro-jet jacuzzi in the garden, the ... More
 33 Stellenbosch accommodation in Cape Winelands
Four superior air-conditioned bedrooms overlook either the majestic Stellenbosch mountains in the distance or the beautifu Italian piazza-styled courtyard & fountain. The three l... More
 Happy Valley Lodge accommodation in Cape Winelands
A Family owned self catering guest lodge situated on a small citrus farm in the heart of the Franschoek winelands. Two rivers border the farm, the smaller Kastaiings river and the Franschoek river which joins the Berg river about 4kms downstream. We ... More
 4 U Self Catering Guest House accommodation in Cape Winelands
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 10 Ocean View accommodation in Cape Winelands
10 Ocean View is a self contained, self-catering holiday home for rental in Somerset West, near Cape Town, and is equipped with every modern convenience. This contemporary home, which is 4-star graded, offers a ful... More
 GUBAS DE HOEK meet, eat, sleep, Guest House accommodation in Cape Winelands
Herzlich Willkommen in GuBas De Hoek / Welcome to GuBas De Hoek Gunther and Balbina, would like to welcome you with their team. Feel the very special aura in our beautiful stylish old Cape Dutch House, within walking distance to the centre of town, w... More
 5 Mountains Lodge accommodation in Cape Winelands
5 Mountains Lodge is an exclusive, luxurious retreat set amongst beautiful gardens and vineyards and framed by majestic mountain scenery. Located near the peaceful town of Wellington, our accommodation sleeps up to 16 guests in either our luxurious S... More
 Lady Loch Guest House accommodation in Cape Winelands
The Lady Loch Guest House is conveniently situated on the outskirts of Wellington, a beautiful and historic town, surrounded by beautiful countryside, in the heart of South Africa's winelands.Set in extensive private grounds, which slope gently d... More
 Eenboom Game Farm accommodation in Cape Winelands
ABOUT EEN BOOM …. The farm’s registered name is Vlakterand, but locals have for centuries referred to it as Eenboom, a name it derived from a very big and ancient old blue gum tree that was visible for miles aro... More
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