A newbie’s guide to the Franschhoek Bastille Festival

For those that have never had the chance to experience the Franschhoek Bastille Festival before, you absolutely HAVE to get yourself over to the historical little village of Franschhoek this weekend! The town comes alive in a BIG way so don’t miss out – it is certainly the only time of the year where you … Read more

Vive la France! Vive la Franschhoek

July is significant to Franschhoek in so many ways. The most notable being the Franschhoek Bastille Festival, which celebrates our region’s French heritage. Did you know that the valley was originally settled in 1688 by French Huguenot refugees who brought with them their age-old French wine and food culture?  Most of the Huguenots who settled … Read more

Win the ultimate Winter weekend in Franschhoek!

WIN! A Franschhoek Winter experience! @Franschhoek_SA have curated the ultimate Winter weekend and we are going to be giving it away to ONE OF YOU to enjoy with your partner over the Bastille Day weekend in July 2019! PRIZES INCLUDE A helicopter ride from Cape Town to Franschhoek with @legend_aviation_ct. Two nights accommodation @lachataigne_franschhoek Dinner … Read more

Experience Franschhoek this season!

Winter brings out the best that Franschhoek has to offer – cozy warm fireplaces, robust red wines, soul comforting food, memorable experiences, breath-taking scenery and so much more. Traditionally a quieter time in Franschhoek there are also a number of establishments in and around the Valley who are offering Winter inspired packages too good to refuse. Catering to … Read more

Celebrate dads in Franschhoek this Father’s Day

Franschhoek is the perfect place to spoil your dad this Father’s Day! Why not make an entire weekend of it? Start your morning with a leisurely breakfast at one of Franschhoek’s best breakfast spots. You can cozy up at Bistro BonBon to the crackling sound of a wood-burning fireplace, while you enjoy breakfast for only … Read more

Franschhoek is #OpenForWinter

The changing of the seasons brings with it a myriad of comforts, but the best news is that Franschhoek is #OpenForWinter and guaranteed to keep the cold at bay. Franschhoek is the picture of absolute perfection during this time and the scenery that awaits your visit is guaranteed to take your breath away.   Come … Read more

Family escape to Grande Provence in the Franschhoek winelands

Enjoy the splendour of a perfect two-day private family retreat in the Franschhoek winelands and take advantage of the luxurious Grande Provence winter accommodation offer. This tailor-made family experience at La Provençale, the secluded hide-away at this landmark Heritage Wine Estate, offers wonderful value and a host of activities that parents and children can do … Read more

Winter Wellness in Franschhoek

On a daily basis we work towards maximizing our level of health and wellness to live long, full, and healthy lives. The pursuit of health, personal growth, and improved quality of life relies on living a balanced life as well as promoting a holistic approach to health (mind, body and spirit) and not just encourage physical activity. … Read more