Greater Simonsberg Wine Estates
Greater Simonsberg is a wine region within Stellenbosch, which remains one of the world’s top wine producing destinations. Being situated within the idyllic beauty of the Western Cape and its Winelands, Greater Simonsberg is ultimately beautiful, and the views never fail to impress locals and tourists alike.
The climate in this area is typical of mountainous terrain. Winters are very chilly and wet, while summers are hot and dry. The temperatures and conditions are more extreme than the coastal city of Cape Town, which is only a short drive away, because it does not have the moisture or breezes coming off the ocean.
Greater Simonsberg is one of three sub-routes of Stellenbosch. The other two are the Stellenbosch-Simonsberg pocket and the Helshoogte pocket. Each of these pockets has something distinctly unique about it and the wines that it produces. Greater Simonsberg is only five kilometres from the heart of the historical university town of Stellenbosch, to the north-east. Because of the beautiful countryside and the many different habitat types in the Greater Simonsberg area, it is home to a variety of faunal and floral species.
The vegetation varies from endemic fynbos, which, while pretty, is rather hardy; to lush green forests. This makes for perfect conditions for a number of bird species and other animals. Hiking, walking, cycling and picnicking in these surrounds is the perfect way to wind down after a day of exploring the vineyards and indulging in world-class wines.
For more information about this wine route see Stellenbosch Wine Routes or view the individual wine estates of this region below.
124 Wine Estates in Greater Simonsberg
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Delaire Graff Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
Situated on Botmaskop Peak along the Helshoogte Pass and once served as a lookout point for ships sailing into Table Bay Harbour. Farmers could start transporting ...
Mobile Wine Tastings
Overnight? Accommodation in Constantia
Cape Wine Tasting specializes in Wine Experiences for corporate and private clients. Our team of sommeliers conducts fun and professional tastings in the comfort of ...
Vergenoegd Low Wine Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
The allure of this exquisite wine estate is multi-faceted. It's about the magnificent natural surrounds that include mountains, fynbos, rivers and oceans…it's about ...
Taste Reserve Wines at Waterford Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
Vintage wines are rare in availability and even more rarely available by glass. The rarest opportunity of tasting a selection of vintage wines is available by ...
Middelvlei Wine Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
On the outskirts of Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's most picturesque towns and hub of the Cape's wine industry, a winding cobblestone driveway leads the visitor ...
Backsberg Estate Cellars
Overnight? Accommodation in Franschhoek
Set in the garden on the sprawling grounds of the Backsberg Wine Estate, Backsberg restaurant is an alfresco experience during summer - moved indoors next to ...
Wine Tasting at Saxenburg Winery
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
Experience Saxenburg in a glass. Discover the unique qualities of these award-winning wines in the relaxed atmosphere of the modern-styled tasting room. The ...
Anura Vineyards
Overnight? Accommodation in Klapmuts
At the base of the Simonsberg Mountains, you'll find the Anura Estate which has been owned and run by the Bouma family since 1989. What began as two blocks of ...
Bellevue Wine Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
The farm was first acquired by Christoffel Groenewald in 1701, but its name was only changed in 1851 to Bellevue. The Morkel family have owned it for generations ...
Beyerskloof Wine Farm
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
This farm was originally named Nooitgedacht and when Beyers Truter bought the farm, he became the sixth generation of Beyers to farm this land.
Beyer's Truter ...
Sports & Leisure / Wine Tours & Tasting
Wine Tasting at Devonvale Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
If you're a lover of golf and wine, I can't imagine why you'd venture any further than Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate in Bottelary Valley. After a round of golf, ...
Fort Simon Wine Estate
Overnight? Accommodation in Kuils River
This estate in the slopes of the Bottelary Hills has 61 hectares under vineyards, experiences much-needed sea breezes and is quite something to behold.
You will ...
Koelenhof Winery
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
Koelenhof Winery started as a family run estate in 1941 in north Stellenbosch and first begun bottling wine in 1974. They were the first winery to produce white ...
Koopmanskloof Winery
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
Koopmanskloof is yet another wine estate which proves that age old wine traditions and hard work of a family makes for fine wines. Its legacy of wine can be traced ...
M'Hudi Wines
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
M'hudi comes from the Setswana word, ‘Mohudi' which means ‘harvester'. A great African story tells the tale of a heroine, M'hudi who ran away from her war torn to ...
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The Cape Winelands region offers numerous overnighting options so whether you prefer to stay in an hotel, cosy B&B or a self catering holiday home, you're sure to find a property to suit your requirements.
Just Joey Lodge
In keeping with the historic atmosphere and the romantic feel of this oldest of towns, Just Joey Lodge is situated in the historic centre of Stel...
Oak Tree Lodge
Oak Tree Lodge is centrally situated, in a large garden setting with mature trees and lovely views. Spacious bedrooms designed for comfort and pr...
Bertha's Guest Flats
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Farm Sanctuary SA
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Camissa Farm
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Tulbagh Country Cottages
This fully equipped self-catering unit in Tulbagh sleeps two guests in an open plan living / kitchen area, with an en suite bath and shower room....
Amberg Country Estate
Situated in a beautiful, peaceful environment with trees, flowers and a large swimming pool, Amberg Country Estate offers self catering cottages....
Mont Angelis Retreat
Mont Angelis Retreat offers accommodation in a selection of well designed, spacious cottages. Set on a wine farm, the accommodation offers a comb...
Peak Cottage
Peak Cottage offers comfortable self-catering accommodation for up to five guests. The layout includes two private bedrooms and a cozy loft space...