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.
130 Wine Estates in Greater Simonsberg
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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 ...
Wine Tours & Tasting / Fine Dining
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
Come and discover wines which been created by Nature and crafted by our Cellar Master, Nico Van der Merwe to produce that special quality that can be tasted in each ...
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, ...
Dormershire Wine Estate
Overnight? Accommodation in Kuils River
This boutique wine estate is said to have been named after the previous owner’s wife and daughters. He shortened the names Doris, Merle and Shirley and formed an ...
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 ...
Louiesenhof Wines
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
Stefan Smit’s great grandfather bought Louisenhof which formed part of Koopmanskloof in 1896. Wheat, cattle and grapes were farmed and brandy was distilled since ...
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 ...
Goede Hoop Wine Estate
Stay? Stellenbosch Accommodation
If you find yourself in the Bottelary Hills, pop into the beautiful Goede Hoop wine farm for a tasting. Just off the old road between Kuils River and Stellenbosch ...
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Where to Stay in Cape Winelands
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.
Big Sky Villa
Big Sky Villa offers self catering accommodation in the heart of Tulbagh. The area is well known for its olive farms, wine farms and churches. Th...
Bellevue Manor Guest House
Bellevue Manor Guest House is set on a 4.5 hectare wine farm and provides accommodation in eight spacious suites with lounges and private patios....
Calais Wine Estate
Located in the heart of the Cape Winelands and just 45 minutes from Cape Town, this haven provides a magnificent outdoor experience for couples a...
Beautiful South Guest House
A thatched B&B guest house which combines modern design with African atmosphere. Awake each morning to a gourmet breakfast that is served alongsi...
Pontac Manor
Pontac Manor Hotel & Restaurant is a celebrated establishment in the historic town of Paarl, at the heart of the Cape Winelands. Surrounded by ma...
De Zeven Guest Lodge
The exclusive De Zeven Guest Lodge offers accommodation for twenty two guests in beautifully appointed rooms. The guest lodge is situated in a tr...
Devon Valley Hotel
The Devon Valley Hotel is hidden away in a shady, green and peaceful corner of the Stellenbosch Winelands showcasing breathtaking views of the ol...
Franschhoek Rose Cottage
Nestled amongst the Shiraz vineyards of Verdun Farm, the tranquil Rose Cottage offers three self catering cottages designed for relaxation. Each ...
