Where? Riebeek West
Allesverloren dates back to the the 17th century and is one of the oldest estates in the Swartland. The Malan family have owned it since 1872 when Daniël Francois Malan took over the farm which was used to ...
Where? Riebeek West
Start: Pulpit Rock Winery, north of Riebeek West on the R311
Finish: back where you started
Duration: 2, 3 hours
Fitness: moderate
Our tip: you can get your permit from the Riebeek Valley Tourism on the ...
Where? Hermon
The Du Vlei farmstall and restaurant is situated between Riebeek Kasteel and Hermon on the R46.
Breakfast and lunch are served daily from 08:00 until 17:00. Closed on Mondays. The restaurant can be rented ...
Where? Hermon
Morning game drives are available in the 10 000 acre Bartholomeus Klip Hermon Private Nature Reserve.
There are many animals here, easily seen in the low fynbos or on the grassy plains, but the most ...
Where? Riebeek Kasteel
Start: stile to the north of the memorial on Bothmanskloof Pass
Finish: back where you started
Duration: 2, 3 hours
Fitness: moderate
Our tip: you should have permission from Meerhof farm to do this ...
Where? Riebeek West
In 1918 Grandpa Brink was offered a job as winemaker of Groot Constantia which he declined as wasn’t the right time and the family longed to make their own wine. His son, Ernst, was one of the largest pig ...
Where? Riebeek Kasteel
This quaint wine farm can be found deep within the Swartland. It rests on the slopes of the Kasteelberg with a glimpse of the iconic Table Mountain in the distance.
This farm can only be found off the ...
Where? Riebeek West
This market might be on Short Street but its by no means short on stalls, atmosphere or fun!
The Short Street Market takes place on the last Saturday of every month and has a wide variety of stalls selling ...
Where? Riebeek West
This is a true Village market offering handmade and home grown crafts and foods. Baskets leave laden with a multitude of delicious goodies to eat and talented crafters and local artists with unique handmade ...
Where? Malmesbury
Abbotts Hill Wines are produced on Hillcrest Farm. It all began from the owner’s initial passion for red wine. He had the desire to produce wines that would be recognizable as from the Malmesbury Region. ...
Where? Riebeek West
In 1918 Grandpa Brink was offered a job as winemaker of Groot Constantia which he declined as wasn’t the right time and the family longed to make their own wine. His son, Ernst, was one of the largest pig ...
Where? Riebeek Kasteel
Pop in at Aitsa which sells a wonderful selection of homemade jams, honey, rusks and preserves. This sweet little shop also stocks beautiful cushions, jewellery and other gorgeous arts and crafts.
Part ...
Where? Malmesbury
Lammershoek means ‘lamb’s corner’ and is said to owe its name to the sheep and their lambs who sought safety and shelter in the forests around the farm when they felt threatened by the ‘lammervanger’ otherwise ...
Where? Porterville
On the slopes of the magnificent Olifants River Mountain Range, on the West Coast of South Africa, is the pretty little town of Porterville. This historical, small town is home to Koppikofi Restaurant, which ...
Where? Malmesbury
Nassau Winery is one of the wineries situated south of Malmesbury, the main business centre of the Swartland. It lies on the Lambrecht’s family farm just off Klipheuwel Road.
Wine was first produced on ...
Where? Darling
Cafe Mosaic has a relaxed atmosphere and offers a venue where locals and visitors enjoy a fun view over Darling's Main Road whilst playing a friendly game of pool or refreshing with a cold lager on a hot ...
Where? Riebeek Kasteel
In 1751, Meerhof Winery and Cellar began. You’ll find it on the Wynkeldershoek Farm in the Swartland and its owner is Cobus Kotze. The Swartland gets its name from the indigenous ‘rhinoceros bush’ which is ...
Where? Piketberg
A family who have been in the wine grape farming business since 1965 is the Mostert family. Before you meet Johan and Karin Mostert, you will be greated by the wine god Bacchus who decorates the front door of ...
Where? Darling
Withington Wines are situated in the heart of Darling and follow in the footsteps of many a wine merchant in UK and France. They act as a NÉGOCIANT which is a wine merchant who brings small growers and ...
Where? Riebeek Kasteel
Café Felix is a popular restaurant in the picturesque Riebeek Valley. The original food concept was based on the popular Olympia Café & Deli in Kalkbay, which involves a blackboard menu that changes ...
Where? Hermon
Morning game drives are available in the 10 000 acre Bartholomeus Klip Hermon Private Nature Reserve.
There are many animals here, easily seen in the low fynbos or on the grassy plains, but the most ...
Where? Riebeek Kasteel
When next you take a drive out to the Swartland, take some time to dine at the Kasteelberg Country Inn & Bistro.
Soft lighting, exquisite cuisine, discreet service. A wine list that salutes local ...
Where? Malmesbury
Fynbos Estate produces about 200 tons of grapes each year, half of which are sent to Swartland Winery. The rest is used to craft small quantities of hand-crafted wines under the Dragonridge label. The name ...
Where? Hermon
The Du Vlei farmstall and restaurant is situated between Riebeek Kasteel and Hermon on the R46.
Breakfast and lunch are served daily from 08:00 until 17:00. Closed on Mondays. The restaurant can be rented ...