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Paarl
In many ways overshadowed by the other two wine-producing valleys – Stellenbosch and Franschhoek – Paarl has retained much of its original charm and elegance without setting the stage for passing film crews and has developed a solid reputation for excellent wines and some pretty impressive restaurants and guest houses.
With over 30 wineries to choose from, many of them world-famous, your wine tour can easily start and end here, especially if you have a penchant for the Shiraz cultivar.
The town, South Africa’s third oldest European settlement, features a variety of architecture including Cape Dutch, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco styles and the never-ending main street is lined with all manner of interesting shops, galleries, and eateries.
The Paarl Mountain – an enormous granite dome, called Tortoise Mountain by early inhabitants – dominates the skyline and the Berg River meanders through the vineyards to create your typical ho hum idyllic winelands setting.
The area is alive with active pursuits so pack a spare lung and a change of socks and prepare for a thorough going over by the invigorating cleanliness of the great outdoors.
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Grande Roche
Type: Hotel
Rates from: R1000pp sharing
Status: Doused in Fairy Dust
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Bartholomeus Klip
Type: Guest House
Rates from: R1000pp sharing
Status: Loads of Fairy Dust
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Lemoenkloof
Type: Guest House
Rates from: R500pp sharing
Status: A Touch of Fairy Dust
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- Numerous world-famous wine estates
- Paarl Mountain - one of the largest granite outcrops in the world
- Nature trails and spectacular mountain scenery
- Excellent restaurants and guest houses
- Delis, speciality food shops and farm produce
- Historical heritage and a bizarre-looking monument to the Afrikaans language
- The longest main road in the country
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Each valley has a distinct character and personal charm, so pick the one you like the most or visit all three if you can’t decide.
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Opt for any number of our day trips to experience the diverse magic of the Cape without having to worry about pesky details like getting lost or driving after too many wine tastings.
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Our travel advice section gives you the low down on when to visit, what to bring, what not to bring, what to do and what not to do.
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The Cape Winelands are an easy hour from Cape Town but you’ll need to hire a car if you want to spend some quality time there. Get the info you need before you leave.
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