View map franschhoek accommodation things to do in franschhoek. Wine tours in franschhoek, south africa wine tasting. The area is best known for the quality of its shiraz, the. Franschhoek makes a serious attempt at being the food and wine capital of south africa and there are many fine restaurants. The wine route in stellenbosch has been divided into five subroutes by virtue of their userfriendliness as opposed to official wards, wine styles, or geographical location. The wine industry during lockdown daily maverick march 24, 2020 wine time. An exciting group of artisanal franschhoek wine valley. Great wine requires a mad man to grow the vine, a wise man to watch over it, a lucid poet to make it, and a lover to drink it. Its history dates back to the 17th century when the area now under vine was farmed by huguenots settlers fleeing religious persecution.
The wines wines have won various awards over a period of time at internatinal wine events. Whether youre looking to stop off at all the wine farms or if you want only to do a few stops, the purple wine tram route offers the most flexibility. Tickets can be purchased at the franschhoek wine tram ticket office in the franschhoek village. The franschhoek food and wine route has been carefully laid out to give the visitor, especially the foodies and wine aficionados, a top class experience of wine pairing, estate tastings, gourmet treats. Spend the day exploring franschhoek and stellenbosch, and even stop for an iconic postcard view of table mountain from bloubergstrand. Some of the activities you can enjoy on the purple route. Having been dubbed the gourmet capital of south africa, franschhoek has a food and wine route that is beyond compare.
Franschhoek food and wine route, cape winelands south africa. This day tour to the cape winelands which includes a wine. For more information on this mustdo route, download the franschhoek cap classique route map pdf here and take a look at the various cultivars and their visiting hours here. These sub routes originate from physical location and has no relation to the wine of region. This page shows the free version of the original franschhoek map. This fact, together with the strong wine culture, and pristine natural and architectural beauty has made franschhoek into what many describe as the food and wine capital of south africa.
Gateway free great wine requires a mad man to grow the vine. Map of franschhoek hotels and attractions on a franschhoek. Whether youre looking to stop off at all the wine farms or if you want only to. Find local businesses and nearby restaurants, see local traffic and road conditions. Sample the valleys finest artisanal and fresh produce on the franschhoek artisan route. Its a great place to relax, enjoy top food and wine, in a spectacular atmosphere. The franschhoek wine tram hopon hopoff tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the franschhoek valley picturesque vineyards, breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, worldclass.
The area is best known for the quality of its shiraz, the climate in particular favouring this variety. The detailed road map represents one of many map types and styles available. Franschhoek map cape winelands, south africa mapcarta. Jul 14, 2016 the franschhoek wine tram is so much fun. Get discounted rates on hotel reservations in franschhoek wine route, south africa with hotels. These are the hallmarks of the picturesque franschhoek wine valley, situated in the heart of the cape winelands. I recommend hopping aboard the wine tram for a fun and affordable way to sample the delicious wines of stunning franschhoek.
With three centuries of winegrowing heritage, the franschhoek valley is one of the capes top wine areasand the franschhoek wine tram, a vintagestyle tram, is the perfect way to explore. Gateway free great wine requires a mad man to grow the. Today, franschhoek carries that legacy with its french place and family names. Look at franschhoek, paarl, western cape, south africa from different perspectives. A day on the franschhoek wine tram love my cape town. But one tour operator has come up with a novel way of getting connoisseurs around 14 estates that make up part of franschhoek french corner. It should come as no surprise then that a visit to the franschhoek wine route will be a memorable experience combining french artdevivre, delicious, innovative cuisine and superb wines. Wine farms and cellars abound and the area is home to the very first wine route in south africa stellenbosch idp, 2014. This day tour to the cape winelands which includes a wine and cheese tasting and a cellar tour in franschhoek as well as a wine tasting at a stellenbosch wine farm is a mustdo for visitors and locals alike. How to choose the perfect wine tram route franschhoek wine tram.
Download the franschhoek artisan route map franschhoek wine. Stellenbosch wine route map stellenbosch south africa. Franschhoek was founded by french huguenots settlers, who fled the inquisition in europe and were looking for a little hideout on. Chenin blanc, chardonnay, pinotage, viognier and mourvedre are increasingly well regarded. Gourmet capital wine tourism capital child friendly farms more than wine sundays in stellenbosch wineland architecture stellenblog. The wine tourism brochure of the stellenbosch wine routes. Franschhoek wine tram 2020 all you need to know before you.
Franschhoek is a small town in the western cape province and one of the oldest towns of the. Situated approximately one hour from cape town the town has a strong french heritage founded by the french huguenots in 1688. Our first stop on the franschhoek wine tram blue route was rickety bridge, and i do declare they had the best wine of the entire trip. The purple route homes some of franschhoeks finest wine farms and has a number of stops throughout the day. Whentickets are valid for departure any time between 10h00 and 14h40 on the day of travel. Some interesting places cape winelands cape town paarl the valley of paarl on the banks of the berg river was first inhabited by khoina and san. Franschhoek was founded by french huguenots settlers, who fled the inquisition in europe and were looking for a little hideout on the other side of the world. Franschhoek wine tram all you need to know before you go. The fertile valley is where the french first made wine in. Looking for bargain holiday packages to franschhoek wine route. Whentickets are valid for departure any time between 10h00 and 14h40. Taking these unique qualities into account visitors will be further enlightened to all that this.
It should come as no surprise then that a visit to the. Reasons to visit stellenbosch stellenbosch is more than just a wine tourism destination. You can collect your tickets at least 15 minutes before the tour starts from the office in the centre of franschhoek at 32 huguenot rd. Franschhoek is especially celebrated for two things. This fact, together with the strong wine culture, and pristine natural and architectural beauty has made. Book now your hotel in franschhoek wine route and pay later with expedia. The franschhoek artisan route affords visitors the opportunity to treat their taste buds to some of the. A detailed map of stellenbosch town centre with major landmarks and shops. Use the search box in the header of the page to find free maps for other locations. Have a look at the franschhoek food and wine route for more options. The franschhoek food and wine route has been carefully laid out to give the visitor, especially the foodies and wine aficionados, a top class experience of wine pairing, estate tastings, gourmet treats, chocolate making, cookery classes and demonstrations, olive oil tastings and stop overs.
Use this map type to plan a road trip and to get driving directions. Wherefranschhoek wine tram, bijoux square, 60 huguenot street, franschhoek, cape winelands, western cape, south africa. Map of stellenbosch showing routes to take to tour the wineries. Stellenbosch and its wine routes 2019 by cadek media issuu. The franschhoek artisan route affords visitors the opportunity to treat their taste buds to some of the finest olives, cheeses, charcuterie, artisanal breads, chocolates or craft beer franschhoek has to offer. The franschhoek wine tram hopon hopoff tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the franschhoek valley picturesque vineyards, breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, worldclass cuisine, fine wines and a 300year history. We marked the location of franschhoek into the road map taken from maphills world atlas.
A map is available to visitors highlighting the various activities, allowing them to tailor make their itineraries and appreciate what the valley has to offer, at their. These sub routes originate from physical location and has no relation to the wine. Due to the size of these files this might take a while, please be patient. Pdf wine tourism has emerged as a strong and growing area of specialinterest tourism in new world wine countries in. This picturesque part of the cape winelands in the western cape promises to delight the senses in unique and exciting ways. Franschhoek mountains berg river dam groot drakenstein mountains franschhoek valley simonsberg nature reserve k l a m b r e c h t s n excelsior r e g h u g u e n o t d a n ie l h u g o g r e e n v a l e y r o b e r t s v l e i r o. Franschhoek is notable for having some of the top restaurants in the country within its borders. A directory of all the wineries and restaurants in the franschhoek area. Franschhoek franschhoek is a city in the cape winelands of south africa.
Discover the vineyards of franschhoek wine valley by boarding franschhoek wine trams hoponhopoff tour or joining us for an intimate. Browse expedias selection of 103 hotels and places to stay and choose your perfect. Franschhoek wine tram 2020 all you need to know before. Travel in airconditioned comfort from downtown cape town, then choose between the purple and orange lines. Jan 31, 2009 stellenbosch wine route map near stellenbosch, south africa. Find a route map from cape town and the international airport to the franschhoek village. Breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, south africas gourmet capital, fine wines, distinctive artists, and a small village atmosphere. Please note that the pdf files will download on your device. A vintage day out on the franschhoek wine tram conversant. How to choose the perfect wine tram route franschhoek.
Franschhoek wine valley franschhoek cap classique route. There are a variety of cellars, from small boutique wineries that cater for those in search of something unique, to large cellars that offer organised tours and. The wine industry during lockdown daily maverick march 24. Listing stellenbosch wineries, wineland attractions and activities. Discover the vineyards of franschhoek discover the vineyards. It is a superb way to spend a relaxed day exploring the charming and picturesque franschhoek wine valley. Franschhoek valley south africa wine region cellartours. A graphical map of the stellenbosch wine route and subroutes. Hire a shuttle or take the handy franschhoek wine tram from farm to farm. Stellenbosch wine route map stellenbosch south africa mappery. Jan 08, 2015 the blue route wine estates rickety bridge. To zoom out, to see more, click the minus sign at the.
The franschhoek valley is surely the most spectacular and utterly beguiling wine region in the world today. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. This picturesque part of the cape winelands in the. The stellenbosch wine routes has been divided into 5 sub routes to make travelling along the route even more user friendly. Sitting outside on the sunny terrace we were each presented with an option tick sheet. Franschhoek vinyards franschhoek vinyards coop, the gateway to franschhoek, is renowned for its awardwinning port, semillon, and sauvignon blanc. The franschhoek food and wine route map by franschhoek wine. The paarl wine route, renowned for its rich, fullbodied, spicy red and crisp white wines, is the second oldest in the country. Taste a trio of south african sparkling wines the augusta chronicle march 12, 2020 an opulent retreat spanish farm guest lodge by cape summer villas my city by night march 10, 2020.
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