Stellenbosch is the place to be during 2010

Stellenbosch is the destination du jour during the World Cup!

Just 28 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport and 50 kilometres from the city, Stellenbosch is the ideal destination from where to experience World Cup revelry. The region offers outstanding accommodation, fine dining, an array of sightseeing opportunities and some of the most beautiful winelands in the world.

Stellenbosch is abuzz with student life and an exuberant passion for sport. Experience the electric atmosphere as the town of Stellenbosch celebrates “the beautiful game” in 2010.

The Greater Stellenbosch 2010 Project, in conjunction with Stellenbosch University and Stellenbosch Municipality , has dedicated all of the town’s resources to ensure a magnificent tournament for visitors and local citizens alike. “Through the provision of state-of-the-art facilities and accommodation within a safe and secure environment, I am convinced that you will truly enjoy your time here with us,” states Alderman Cyril Jooste, Executive Mayor of Stellenbosch.

Stellenbosch accommodation

Enjoy safe and secure lodging in the historic beauty of Stellenbosch. Stellenbosch accommodation establishments subscribe to the code of fair pricing. Normal season rates will apply and visitors are welcomed by a plethora of world-class accommodation venues, in and around Stellenbosch.

Whatever your budget or preference, Stellenbosch has the ideal accommodation to host you during your World Cup stay. A fine assortment of guest houses, bed and breakfasts, luxury hotels, home stay experiences, cottages, self catering lodges, backpackers, youth hostels and camping sites provide comfortable accommodation.

Wine and dine

The oldest wine route in < South Africa offers abundant wine tasting experiences and an impressive list of restaurants. Three of < South Africa ’s top ten restaurants are based in Stellenbosch. Choose from over one hundred restaurants, set in spectacular surroundings, many of which offer al-fresco dining. A myriad of wine estates offer cellar tours, wine tasting, picnics, wine paring and dining. What better way to enjoy your World Cup downtime than to sit back and enjoy the sights and fruits of the Winelands.

Never a dull moment in the Cape Winelands

Stellenbosch offers endless possibilities for keeping yourself busy between World Cup matches. Outdoor enthusiasts can discover six world-class golf courses, enjoy Winelands horse riding trails, game viewing, target shooting, quad biking, hiking trails and a host of adventure sports. Stellenbosch also offers unique animal viewing experiences, including the Giraffe House, crocodile park, cheetah sanctuary and Butterfly World.

Visit cultural and historical sites, art galleries and museums. “To soak up the atmosphere of yesteryear, there is no better place than this well preserved university town,” believes Alderman Jooste.

Round off your World Cup experience by indulging in spa and health hydro treatments in the Stellenbosch area.

Stellenbosch is the ideal base from which to enjoy your World Cup experience. Adds Alderman Jooste, “With our local partners and stakeholders, we are committed to ensuring that the teams and fans who will be making their way to our region and the town will feel the great hospitality that has come to be associated with the name Stellenbosch.”

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The Greater Stellenbosch 2010 Project is aimed at promoting Stellenbosch as tourism destination for soccer fans and teams during the 2010 World Cup.