Franschoek is a small town in the Western Cape and also one of the oldest towns in South Africa. The town has a French Huguenot heritage, which is why so many of the farms boast French names.

Franschhoek’s popularity has been steadily increasing as it provides a number of activities perfect for summer days and chilly winters within close proximity to Cape Town.

Accommodation

Franschhoek plays host to a mix of award-winning boutique hotels, guest houses and Bed and Breakfasts. There are dozens of B&B’s and cottages to choose from, at competitive rates. Self-catering units are also available for those who prefer to do things according to their own timetable.

Things to do in Franschhoek

The Franschhoek wine valley offers guests more than just breathtaking scenery. Wine and chocolate tasting and culinary delights await food lovers. The Franschhoek pass is the perfect place to watch the sun go down while sipping on some of the areas very own red wine. Wine farms such as Rickety Bridge, Richeneau Wine Estate and Leopards Leap offer visitors a taste of proudly South African wines.

For those who like to be outdoors, swimming in the rock pools, horse riding or paragliding from the Franschhoek pass are also popular activities.

History enthusiasts will enjoy Franschoek’s museums, galleries and monuments.

Those who prefer a little relaxation and pampering will enjoy visiting a local luxury day spa or sampling Franschoek’s lively theatre scene.

Whatever you decide to do you are bound to enjoy the friendly locals and take pleasure in the World Cup buzz sweeping the country.

During the Soccer World Cup you can look forward to sitting back and relaxing in front of a game at of the various local pubs. Big screen televisions, ice cold of beer and soccer fever will keep every establishment packed during this time.

About the Author:

The Greater Stellenbosch 2010 Project promotes Stellenbosch and its surrounding areas as a world-class destination for World Cup fans and teams. Franschhoek offers fine accommodation and a host of tourist attractions, entertainment and activities for visitors to the World Cup.