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The Breede River Valley is undoubtedly one of the most stunningly beautiful regions of South Africa. Spectacular mountain ranges guard this fertile valley, which is one of the best agricultural areas in South Africa, particularly suited to deciduous fruit and vineyards as well as vegetables and wheat.
The mountains, snow-capped in winter, feed a myriad of clear pristine streams, that are excellent for fly fishing as well as creating inspiring settings for hikers and bikers. These streams supply a network of dams, great boating spots, and eventually end up in the mighty Breede River that rises in Ceres and provides the water, which together with the fertile soil and a hot climate in summer, supports the terrific farming operations. Spring and early summer show off the fruit tree blossoms across the whole valley as well as the magnificent fynbos and carpets of wild flowers; autumn boasts the patchwork of colours, red and gold, of the vines. In winter, the mountain peaks are snow-capped and the higher areas, like Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve have snowfalls, attracting visitors to the winter activities.
Many of the towns are part of the extremely popular self drive Route 62, which takes one from Rawsonville to Port Elizabeth, and marked as the longest wine route in the world. The towns in this area include Ashton, Bonnievale, Ceres, De Doorns, McGregor, Op-die-Berg, Prince Alfred’s Hamlet, Rawsonville, Robertson, Tulbagh and Worcester.
Ceres, is only accessed via stunningly beautiful passes – either Mitchell’s Pass from Cape Town, Gydo Pass from Citrusdal, Bainskloof Pass from Wellington or Theronsburg Pass from Touwsrivier. These passes a worth a day drive as each has something unique to offer. On the Bainskloof Pass, there is an excellent single track MTB route at the Welvanpas Farm. Bainskloof is also well known for beautiful hikes with rock pools and stunning fynbos.
Ceres is at the heart of one of the oldest and most important fruit producing regions of South Africa, specialising in peaches, pears, apples, plums and grapes. Just north of Ceres lies the endless horizon of the Tanqua (Ceres) Karoo. This beautiful semi-arid area boasts unique rock art, indigenous animal and plant life, bird watching and hosts Inverdoorn, one of the best private game reserves in the Cape. Enjoy excellent fly-fishing at Lakenvlei Dam; test your 4×4 skills at Kagga Kamma 4×4 Route; Eselfontein is home to one of the best single track MTB trails in the country or whizz 1.4km through the sky at Ceres Zipslides located in breath-taking scenery.
Op die Berg is a small rural town situated approximately 45km from Ceres on the R303 to Citrusdal. The town consist of churches, school, supermarket, restaurant and offers very good rock art sites.
Prince Alfred Hamlet is 10km north of Ceres on the R303, en-route to Citrusdal. The surrounding farms produce substantial quantities of deciduous fruit, onions and potatoes. Closeby is the Groot Winterhoek, a pristine wilderness area that offers extraordinary rock formations, a multitude of hiking trails and the chance to camp outdoors wherever you fancy. The Christie Prins Hiking Trail wanders through fynbos and has spectacular views and a beautiful rock pool for cooling off. For a 4×4 enthusiast, try the Kagga Kamma Trail where on a clear day you’ll have magnificent views over the vast Karoo and the mountains and valleys of the Cederberg.
Tulbagh is an historic town with beautiful Cape Dutch architecture and stunning scenery – a popular tourist, conference and wedding destination. The town boasts the largest concentration of National Monuments in a single street in South Africa, which gives it a special charm. To appreciate the history and culture of the area, visit the excellent Oude Kerk Volks Museum Complex and De Oude Drostdy Museum.
Set in the fertile Witzenberg Valley, Tulbagh is surrounded by majestic mountains and amazing views. Producing wine, olives, wheat and over 70% of SA’s plums as well as peaches and pears, you can imagine how beautiful the valley is in spring – with the myriad fruit trees in blossom and a carpet of wild flowers – it is a sight to behold. Do the Tulbagh Wine Route; the Silwerfontein Hiking Trails; take a horse trail with HorseAbout; sample beautiful Belgian chocolates and excellent coffee at Monikis; dine at Paddagangs Restaurant, the Tulbagh Olive Route; the Christo Coetzee Gallery and Museum or visit Stones and Succulents if you are a fan of cacti.
Wolseley is central to the very popular fruit and wine area of the Witzenberg Valley and is ideal as a base from which to explore the area. Farming is the mainstay of the area, with excellent fruit, vegetables, wine, olives, wheat, meat and dairy products produced here. With the excellent MTB cycle routes of Kluitjieskraal and Eselfontien, historic sites, art galleries, potters, crafters, excellent wine tasting route, restaurants and accommodation establishments, Wolseley makes a great weekend getaway.
De Doorns, the town at heart of the South African table grape industry, is situated in the stunningly beautiful Hex River Valley, in the Western Cape. The De Doorns Wine Cellar has the longest harvest season in the world. The Veldskoen Farm Stall is an amazing surprise. Don’t miss the Hexpas Express – a scenic railway trip through history; the 2 day Botterboom Hiking Trail; the Two Tunnel Mountain Bike Trail or the Keisie River Valley Self Drive Route from De Doorns to Montagu.
Ashton is close to the cliffs at nearby Cogmans Kloof – a spectacular place for rock climbers to get their adrenalin going.
Bonnievale, close to McGregor, is known as the valley of wine and cheeses for good reason. The town is home to two of the major cheese factories in South Africa, Parmalat and Mooivallei Suiwel. Visit the Bonnievale Cellar, one of the largest wineries in South Africa, and taste their award winning wines. Enjoy the excellent wines and great dining at Weltevrede Wine Estate.
McGregor is a charming village at the foot of the Riviersonderend Mountains, where beautifully maintained historic buildings and the way of life seem to echo the 19th century. McGregor is the perfect place to get away from it all.
The area offers a variety of wine tasting, both in McGregor and on the Robertson Wine Route. There are many cycling and hiking trails in and around the town, and McGregor is also close to the beautiful Vrolikheid Nature Reserve, offering a range of eco-activities.
Rawsonville is central to the Bredekloof Wine Route, and boasts thirteen wine and brandy cellars within a radius of ten kilometres. A drive along the awe-inspiring Slanghoek Valley with its scenic vineyards and breath-taking views will take you past the Dam Fine Café with great food and petting animals, to the warm waters of the natural hot springs at the ATKV Goudini Spa or to the Slanghoek Valley Resort which is ideal as a weekend getaway, wedding or conference venue, offering fishing, hiking and other activities. The clear mountain streams of the Dwarsberg are considered to be one of the best dry fly fishing venues in the country, set in unforgettable scenery.
Worcester is just 18km from Rawsonville, and offers some interesting options to keep you entertained. There is the Breede River Wine Route, with its exciting cellars. Experience a touch of history at Kleinplasie Worcester Museum and visit the 154ha Karoo Desert National Botanical Gardens, especially in spring, for a magnificent display of fauna and flora from the arid winter rainfall regions of Southern Africa. Worcester is world famous for its excellent gliding conditions, so visit the Cape Gliding Club at the Worcester Airfields.
Robertson, which is 150 years old, has streets lined with ancient jacaranda and oak trees and beautiful gardens belonging to some very old homes with interesting architecture.
With at least 50 wine cellars in the greater area of Roberton, Ashton, Bonniedale and McGregor, the selection is vast, with something for everyone. Don’t miss the Affie Plaas Farm Stall; Klipdrift Brandy Distillery; the Sheilam Cactus Garden or Rafting Route 62.
Karoo Looms
Buy exceptional quality mohair rugs from Karoo Looms, produced for the mohair rug market as well as visitors to Prince Albert
Elands River Hike, Du Toitskloof, Limietberg Nature Reserve
This 8km hike along the Elands River, takes one through pristine fynbos landscape. After an initial steep climb, the route becomes
Villa Tarentaal Bed and Breakfast, Tulbagh
Villa Tarentaal is a special bed and breakfast located in the pristine winelands of Tulbagh, South Africa. The beautiful secluded
Temenos Retreat and Wedding Venue, McGregor
Nestled in the private gardens of Temenos, in the heart of the unique village of McGregor, lies an exclusive unparalleled retreat
Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary, Mcgregor
Visit Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary. Here you will find a tranquil haven, a place of healing for the broken-spirited, both donkey
McGregor Hiking Trails, Breede River, Western Cape
The scenery around McGregor in the Breede River Valley, Western Cape, is really beautiful, and to hike this country is one of ...
Wineries and vineyards of McGregor, Western Cape
The terroir of the McGregor valley and slopes has encouraged local farmers to turn their lands and hands to very successful wine
McGregor Art Studios, Breede River Valley
The relaxed way of life and beautiful surroundings have attracted and inspired a community of artists, and their galleries are ...
Slanghoek Valley Resort, Slanghoek, Rawsonville
The beautiful fynbos-clad Slanghoek Valley Resort in the Badsberg Conservancy, is a wonderful getaway for those who love nature ..
Dwarsberg Trout Haven, Rawsonville
Situated on the banks of the Holsloot river, Dwarsberg offers the perfect spot for fly fishing and family getaways - one of the ..
Dam Fine Cafe, Rawsonville, Western Cape
The Dam Fine Cafe, just outside Rawsonville, offers great al fresco dining as well as friendly farm animals to entertain the kids.
ATKV Goudina Spa, Rawsonville, Breede River Valley
Built around one of the hottest springs in South Africa, Goudina Spa in Rawsonville, is one of the most sought-after holiday and
Du Toit’s Kloof Pass, Western Cape
Take the R101 off ramp at Paarl, and follow the old route to Worcester via the 48km, stunning, Du Toit’s Kloof Pass over the ...
Christie Prins Hiking Trail, Prince Alfred’s Hamlet
The Christie Prins Hiking Trail wanders through fynbos and has spectacular views and a beautiful rock pool for cooling off ...
Lakenvlei Dam Fly Fishing Venue, Ceres
Lakenvlei is a premier still water, trout fishing venue, situated in the mountains close to Ceres, only two hours’ drive from CT
Baba’s Jêm Restaurant and Jam Shop, Ceres
Experience Cape Malay cuisine at Baba’s Jêm’s home, where you will be warmly welcomed by Eileen Baron, the chef. Taste the unique
Gydo Pass between Ceres and Citrusdal, Western Cape
The Gydo Pass, well known for the magnificent views over the valley below and for bird watching, is north of Ceres, en-route to ..
Mitchell’s Pass, Ceres
The road to Mitchell's Pass, at the entrance to Ceres, has particularly beautiful scenery. The pass is well worth driving for ...
Hiking Trails off the Bainskloof Pass
There are beautiful hiking trails off the Bainskloof Pass, between Ceres and Wellington. The fynbos in the area is spectacular ...
Bainskloof Pass, Wellington to Ceres
The Bain’s Kloof Pass, built in the 1850s, is one of South Africa’s finest scenic passes. It was built over the Limiet Mountains
Wellington Mountain Bike Trail at Welvanpas Wine Farm
The Wellington Mountain Bike Trail at Welvanpas is very popular with bikers in the know. You can experience beauty you never ...
Inverdoorn Game Reserve and Safari Lodge, north of Ceres
Inverdoorn Game Reserve and Safari Lodge is a private game reserve just 2 ½ hours from Cape Town. With great feedback on Tripad ..
Birding Routes, Ceres area, Western Cape
Ceres is close to some excellent birding areas, where there are endemics that are on any serious twitcher's lifer list.
Tulbagh Olive Route, Western Cape
Let your taste buds explore the Tulbagh Olive Route and see how olive oil is made, as well as other olive products ...
Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve, Ceres
The Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve is two hours from Cape Town in a beautiful setting with a host of activities for the whole
Silwerfontein Guest Farm and Hiking Trail, Tulbagh
The 1000ha Silwerfontein Guest Farm in Tulbagh is a World Natural Heritage Site, an ideal location for a stunningly beautiful hike
Moniki Belgian Chocolates,Tulbagh
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Ceres Transport Riders’ Museum, Breede River Valley
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ELRO Furniture factory, Wolseley
ELRO manufactures traditional, quality, sold wood furniture in a family run factory in Wolseley.
Saronsberg Theatre, Tulbagh
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Oude Kerk Volks Museum Complex Tulbagh, Breede River Valley
Oude Kerk Volks Museum Complex Tulbagh gives a real insight into the history of this area, which began in the early 1700’s and ...
De Oude Drostdy Museum, Tulbugh, Western Cape
De Oude Drostdy Museum in Tulbagh is a ‘must visit’ which offers visitors a window into the past, while enjoying the wine in ...
Tulbagh Hotel, Tulbagh, Witzenberg Valley
The beautiful Tulbagh Hotel is in a traditional Cape Dutch building dating back to 1859. Set in the beautiful Witzenberg Valley ..
Eselfontein Farm Mountain Bike Trails, Ceres
More importantly, Eselfontein is home to one of the best single track MTB trails in the country.
Kluitjieskraal Mountain Bike Route, Wolseley
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Dine at Paddagang Restaurant & Wine Shop, Tulbagh
Paddagang Restaurant & Wine Shop is set in an authentic Cape Dutch building, the ideal setting to serve up the finest Cape Dutch
Tulbagh Wine Route, Western Cape
Surrounded by the Winterhoek, Witzenberg and Obiqua Mountains, the Tulbagh Valley is unique indeed. The well-drained soils ...
Ceres Zipslide Adventures, Ceres, Western Cape
Imagine whizzing 1.4km through the sky, over 8 state-of-the-art slides, located in breath-taking scenery – Ceres Ziplines offers
HorseAbout Horse Riding Trails and Riding School, Tulbagh
The Tulbagh area is ideal for horse riding – the magnificent scenery of working wine and fruit farms and the mountainside ...
Blockhouses of the Witzenberg Valley, Western Cape
If you enjoy finding out about South African History and would like to see the surviving English blockhouses in the Witzenberg Val
Crystal Cave, Tulbagh, Breede River Valley
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Twee Jonge Gezellen Wine Farm, Tulbagh, Western Cape
Twee Jonge Gezellen Wine Farm is situated in the north west corner of the Tulbagh Valley about 125Km from Cape Town ...
Rock Art Sites, Op-die-Berg Area, Western Cape
Peter is an expert on the 1200-year-old rock art in a conservancy, 25km east of Op-die-Berg village, near the Katbakkies Pass.
The Christo Coetzee Gallery and Museum, Tulbach
Housed in the original mission school of Tulbach, which has been fully restored, the Christo Coetzee Gallery and Museum showcases
Waverley Hills Wine Estate, Tulbagh, Western Cape
Waverley Hills Wine Estate is situated at the foothills of the Witzenberg Mountains between the towns of Tulbagh and Ceres ...
Saronsberg Wine Estate, Tulbagh, Western Cape
Saronsberg Wine Farm is situated at the foot of the Saronsberg Mountain, part of the Obiqua Mountains, near Tulbagh ...
Rijk’s Private Cellar, Tulbagh, Western Cape
Rijk’s Private Cellar was established in the Tulbagh Valley in 1996 by the Dorrington family. After searching ...
Theuniskraal Wine Estate, Tulbagh, Western Cape
Theuniskraal Wine Estate is situated in the beautiful Winterhoek Valley about 7Km outside the town of Tulbagh ....
De Doorns Wine Cellar, Hex River Valley
The De Doorns Wine Cellar is situated in the very scenic Hex River Valley in the Western Cape. Selected wines are available to ...
Veldskoen Farm Stall, De Doorns, Hex River Valley
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Hexpas Express, De Doorns, Hex River Valley
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Two tunnel mountain bike trail, De Doorns, Western Cape
The two tunnel mountain bike trail traverses the scenic Hex River Valley from De Doorns, mainly along one of the first railway ...
Groot Winterhoek Wilderness Area, Cederberg
If you would like to visit a pristine wilderness area that offers extraordinary rock formations, a multitude of hiking trails ...
Boesmanskloof (Greyton – McGregor) Hiking Trail
If you are in Greyton or McGregor in the Western Cape, you can do one of the extremely popular Boesmanskloof Greyton to McGregor
Robertson Wine Route, Breede River Valley, Western Cape
The Robertson Wine Route meanders its way through a beautiful valley between the Langeberg and the Riviersonderend Mountains ...
Rietvallei Wine Estate, Robertson Wine Route, Western Cape
Rietvallei Wine Estate is one of the oldest wine farms in the Robertson Valley. The farm was purchased by Alewyn Burger ...
Zandfliet Wine Estate, Robertson Wine Route, Western Cape
Zandfliet Wine Estate traces its history back to 1838 when farming in the Robertson Valley first began ...
Weltevrede – Jonker Family Wine Estate, Robertson Wine Route
Weltevrede has been the Jonker Family Wine Estate since 1912. Although wine is the family’s passion ...
De Wetshof Wine Estate, Robertson, Western Cape
De Wetshof Wine Estate is situated about 160Km from Cape Town in one of the prime wine growing regions in South Africa ...
Bon Courage Wine Estate, Robertson, Western Cape
Bon Courage Wine Estate is situated at the confluence of 3 rivers in the beautiful Robertson valley ...
Vrolikheid Nature Reserve, Robertson
The Vrolikheid Nature Reserve lies in the Breede River valley, about 15km south of Robertson on the McGregor road. Rugged beauty
Viljoensdrift River Cruises, Robertson
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Breedekloof Wine Route, Western Cape, South Africa
The Breedkloof Wine Route takes in the entire Breede River Valley including the towns of Worcester, Rawsonville, the Slanghoek ...
Rafting Route 62, Robertson Canoe Trails
Robertson offers some excellent river rafting on the Breede River and is great fun for the whole family. The trip is about 10 ...
Affie Plaas Farm Stall and De Oude Kombuis Restaurant
You can hardly miss the Affie Plaas Farm Stall, just west of Robertson, with the wonderful straw bale figures as signs.
Jason’s Hill Private Cellar, Breedekloof Wine Route
Jason’s Hill Private Cellar is situated in the Breede River Valley at the foot of the Slanghoek Mountains. The Mediterranean ...
Bergsig Wine Estate, Breedekloof Wine Route, Western Cape
Bergsig Wine Estate is situated where thew Drakenstein and Hex River Mountains meet in the Breede River Valley ...
Deetlefs Wine Estate, Breedekloof Wine Route, Western Cape
Deetlefs Wine Estate, situated in the Breede River Valley, is the fourth oldest family owned wine estate in South Africa ...
Badsberg Wine Cellar, Rawsonville, Western Cape
Badsberg Wine Cellar lies at the foot of the Badsberg Mountain in the Breede River Valley near Rawsonville ...
Du Toitskloof Cellars, Rawsonville, Western Cape
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Klipdrift Brandy Distillery, Robertson
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Sheilam Cactus Garden, Robertson
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Day Trip from Worcester to Montagu via Keisie Valley
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Glider Flying Worcester Airfield
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Kleinplasie Open Air Museum and Reptile World
The Kleinplasie Open Air Museum is a living museum that lets you experience the life of the early farming communities from 1690 ..
Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Worcester
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Winelands of the Western Cape
The first vineyards in South Africa were established in the early 1650s in the beautiful fertile valleys surrounding Cape Town ...
Kagga Kamma 4×4 Trail, Prince Alfred Hamlet
On a clear day you'll have magnificent views over the vast Karoo and the mountains and valleys of the Cederberg ...
Kagga Kamma Private Game Reserve, Western Cape
Kagga Kamma is located in an untouched wilderness area south of the Cederberg. It is an ideal safari experience en route up the...
Blinkberg Pass, Cederberg
The Blinkberg Pass between Prince Alfred Hamlet and Wupperthal in the Cederberg offers some of the most stunning scenery of the...
A savagely grand place, Bain’s Kloof Pass
Date: 20/05/2012
One of the most scenically dramatic routes in the country, Bain's Kloof Pass between Wellington and Ceres is a remarkable feat ...
What the one-trick ponies taught the donkeys at Eselfontein
Date: 17/03/2012
Ceres provided a beautiful, if not erratic, backdrop for singlespeed domination of a different kind.
A shimmering beauty
Date: 20/08/2011
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The secluded valley of Tulbagh
Date: 21/12/2010
With its rich history, Cape Dutch vernacular buildings, quaint restaurants, accommodation and breathtaking landscape, Tulbagh is an ideal escape.....
Self Drive Route 2 – R62 Cape Town to P.E.
Date: 02/11/2009
The historical Self Drive Route 62 is one of SA's favourite tourism routes.