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 Auberge Rozendal Winefarm accommodation in Cape Winelands
The rooms at Auberge Rozendal are situated between the vineyards with majestic mountain views of the Stellenbosch and Simonsberg mountains, providing an environment of beauty and tranquillity. Guests are accommodated in simple elegance and comfort. E... More
 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
 Ivory Heights Boutique Guest House and Conference Venue accommodation in Cape Winelands
This stylish modern guesthouse offers the discerning guests an unforgettable stay with panoramic views from the Hottentots Holland Mountains to the lighthouse at Cape Point. Relax in luxury with all the comforts of a 5star guesthouse. The 10 en-suite... More
 Summerwood Guest House accommodation in Cape Winelands
More sumptuous than a guest house,and more homely than a hotel Summerwood, situated in the beautiful university town of Stellenbosch, is nestled between mountains and rivers and is the perfect base from which to explore the winelands, Cape Town and i... More
 Uitvlugt Guest house accommodation in Cape Winelands
Uitvlugt is a privately owned national monument Cape Dutch guesthouse 3km north of Worcester off the N1, which offers luxurious accommodation where you can enjoy an atmosphere of casual indulgence. The recently renovated cellar has been transformed i... More
 20 on Church accommodation in Cape Winelands
20 on Church have 4 Rooms all en-suite. This historic house has been carefully renovated to combine old world charm with today's modern luxuries. All rates include Breakfast which is served at Mimosa Lodge. The rooms are all individually decorate... More
 Outdoor Arena - Aan die Drif accommodation in Cape Winelands
Outdoor Arena is the home of Aan Die Drif Guesthouse, De Rust Lodge and Fishing Village. The gueshtouse is an ideal self-catering house for a group of friends or family and sleeps 16 people very comfortable in six spacious bedrooms. TV-room an... More
 Plumwood Inn accommodation in Cape Winelands
Plumwood Inn offers eleven luxurious rooms of different sizes in three adjacent properties: four in the main house and seven in the two villas. All seven rooms in the villas offer the same features as the main lodge; however, the ... More
 Aan Die Drift Guest House accommodation in Cape Winelands
ne beautifully decorated self-catering guesthouse situated on the golf course. Fully equipped with big indoor braais, swimming pool and TV. Pool room available on request.... 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
 Eenuurkop Getaway Cottage accommodation in Cape Winelands
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 La Cabriere Country House accommodation in Cape Winelands
This ideally situated country house enjoys uninterrupted, panoramic views, giving one the impression that there is nothing but farms and vineyards for miles around, yet only a 6 minute walk to the heart of the village.We have made recent exciting cha... More
 Picardie Guest Farm accommodation in Cape Winelands
At Picardi Farm you find yourself surrounded by a tranquil picturesque old world farm, nestled at the foot of the Paarl mountain. Situated within the wine region, in close proximity to Cape Town, Worcester & Stellenbosch. Outdoor activities inclu... More
 Alluvia Wine Estate accommodation in Cape Winelands
One of South Africa’s finest wine farms.......... Set on a working wine estate in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, lies a unique cult wine producer called Alluvia Specialist Winery. Alluvia’s award winning ... More
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