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Franschhoek Country House
Franschhoek, South AfricaActivities travellers enjoyed
Cultural visits | Bush dining | Bird watching | Wine tasting | Picnics | Helicopter flights
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Franschhoek
Franschhoek is the wine village at the end of a valley an hour from Cape Town, and the place people go when lunch is the point.
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Franschhoek Vacation: Experience the Beauty and Charm of the French Corner
Since the 1980s, Franschhoek has been building an undeniable reputation as the culinary capital of South Africa. Lying in the Franschhoek Valley and ringed by craggy mountains that twinkle with a shaving of snow in the midyear winter, this quaint town's roots actually date back to the 1680s. For centuries, since the French Huguenots settled here in 1688, it has been a centre of wine and agricultural production, the fertile valley soil and unique terroir making for some classic vintages.
The Vineyards, Cuisine, and Culture of Franschhoek
‘Franschhoek' means ‘French Corner' and subtle aspects of France permeate the village. Bastille Day is celebrated with berets, baguettes and barrel rolling every 14 July, lavender is everywhere, and excellent charcuterie, cheese and Cap Classique (the official name of South African champagne) are easily found.
Even if you're not a wine lover or gourmand, Franschhoek is still worth at least a two-day stay. History buffs can visit the Huguenot Memorial and Museum, petrol heads will spend hours at the Franschhoek Motor Museum at L'Omarins (which has a world-class collection of historical cars in immaculate condition) and art lovers can browse the many galleries and pop into the Pierneef Collection at La Motte to see originals by one of South Africa's foremost modernist landscape artists.
Outdoorsy types can saddle up for mountain biking, hiking and horse riding (you can even go wine tasting on horseback – don't worry, the horse knows the route from estate to estate!). There are also great golf courses in the area, including a Jack Nicklaus Signature course at Pearl Valley.
Experience World-Class Premium Wine and Food
Of course, what Franschhoek is most famous for is its excellent restaurants and wine estates, which run the gamut from very traditional to contemporary (golfers will want to stop at the Ernie Els estate, which has some of the best views in the valley). If you're serious about wine tasting and want to explore South African varietals like Pinotage to the fullest, leave the rental car at your hotel and jump on the Franschhoek Wine Tram or ask your African Safari Expert to create a bespoke guided wine tour for you. Thankfully, almost all estates will ship wine home for you, meaning you needn't be concerned about your airplane luggage limit.
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Contact our African Safari experts to plan your gourmet getaway in the Cape Winelands. We can help tailor a South African itinerary around the food, scenery and experiences you enjoy.
What travellers most enjoyed about Franschhoek
Food and wine
Scenery
Where to go
- The baseA village hotel for one night, or sleep in Cape Town and come for the day.
- The pairingStellenbosch on the same day if you want a second valley. Cape Town as the base.
When to go
When to go
October to April. February to April is harvest. Winter has fireplaces and fewer coaches.
Travel advice
Before you travel
Book a driver if you are tasting. Drive on the left. The valley is malaria-free.
Franschhoek Tours & Safari Holidays
Franschhoek is close enough to Cape Town for a self-drive vacation but far away enough to feel like you're really getting into the heart of wine country. Whether you rent a car or let us put together a guided tour for you, Franschhoek is one of those destinations that truly has something for everyone. Browse the tours below for inspiration about how the ‘French Corner' can fit into your Cape Town or South Africa vacation.
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Best Franschhoek Accommodation
Whether you've always dreamt of staying in a gracious Cape Dutch manor house dating back centuries or want a contemporary hotel where the stunning original art is rivalled only by the even more stunning mountain and vineyard views, Franschhoek has a wide range of accommodation available. Chat to us about your preferences or browse the accommodation below to find the perfect villa for a family holiday or deluxe suite for a honeymoon.
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5 stays. The rate is per person sharing.
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La Cle
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Costs
Franschhoek is meals and a room, small next to a safari. December costs more than June.
International flights, visas, and tips sit outside the sample price. Nothing is paid until you accept the quote.