FRANSCHHOEK ACTIVITIES (THAT IS NOT RELATED TO WINE…) A CAPE WINELANDS RIDING EXPERIENCE Cape Winelands Riding offers day rides for every rider and every taste! From short rides through nearby orchards to full day rides with wine tasting and lunch, this is a wonderful way to spend some time in the saddle and take in … Read more
We, as well as many of our members in and around the valley, are thrilled by the recent announcement of the further relaxations to the Level 3 regulations. These amendments have allowed the beauty sector to resume work as well as sit-down restaurants and accommodation establishments, amongst others. While we await the details on the … Read more
South Africa moved from lockdown alert Level 4 to Level 3 on 1 June 2020. The great news is that at this level hiking is allowed again. It is the perfect opportunity for locals and visitors living in surrounding areas to take a break and explore the beautiful Franschhoek mountains. Enjoy wide open spaces, fresh … Read more
Hibernation is not always a bad thing, but when it is a forced hibernation cabin fever can quickly set in and get the better of you. While many of us have accepted that cabin fever may be the new normal, there are some who can’t wait to venture outdoors again. Outdoors safely to a trusted … Read more
Franschhoek with its magnificent mountains, spectacular vineyards and lush gardens is one of the most gorgeous wine valleys in South Africa. Our village is nestled in between these mountains which guarantees spectacular views year round. But what does Franschhoek actually look like from your windows? We’d like you to show us, which is why we’re … Read more
An article by Alfred Thorpe Nothing slows down and as we enter 2020 life just gets busier. A weekend away is a luxury and finding a suitable time in busy schedules can be difficult. My wife and I decided that one night away is better than nothing. Twenty-fours hours might not sound like a lot … Read more
Summer is in full swing and what better opportunity to experience Franschhoek’s fabulous offerings – perfectly suited to this time of the year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Franschhoek Wine Valley (@franschhoek_sa) on Jan 28, 2020 at 1:11am PST The 2020 harvest season has begun and, during this time … Read more
We’ve been blessed with great rains recently, which means the valley looks beautifully green once again, and we can’t wait to welcome visitors back to Franschhoek. Our dams are filling up nicely, and with gorgeous views and endless experiences, the Franschhoek Wine Valley is the place to be this Summer! This is the perfect time … Read more
Autumn in Franschhoek is undoubtedly the best season of the year, albeit a short one. The cooler days bring us relief from the summer heat, invigorates and revives us and tells us to get outdoors before the cold winter days start. The vine leaves are starting to change from dark green to rich reds, rusts … Read more
Autumn is around the corner, and although it is one of the shorter seasons, it tends to be the most beautiful. Leaves turning from green to hues of orange and brown, and a slight yet welcome chill in the air as the days grow shorter and the nights longer. This is also the perfect time … Read more