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Franschhoek has been offering good wine, scrumptious food and breathtaking vineyard views for over 300 years – it’s no wonder the region is considered the food-lover’s capital in South Africa, and the destination to do wine tasting in Cape Town and surrounds.

The best way to explore the many wine farms, Franschhoek restaurants and wine-related activities in the area is undoubtably on the Franschhoek Wine Tram: a vintage-style, open-air railway system that takes visitors from estate to estate, with a seasoned and knowledgeable guide weaving the tales of the area into their experience. It’s not only a curated taste of the best spots to visit in the area, it’s also a fun and carefree day out.

The Toyota SU Woordfees is a unique collaboration that brings together a town, a university, artists, audiences and communities from across our country and many parts of the world to tell the stories of our borders, our differences, our similarities, our fears, our joys, our refuges, our triumphs and our strengths.

A luxury guesthouse in the heart of Franschhoek, Mont d’Or Franschhoek is a 4-star Bed & Breakfast that offers beautiful rooms and excellent service. With the town centre, just a short walk away; it is the perfect base for exploring the beautiful town of Franschhoek.

Franschhoek is known as the culinary capital of South Africa and has a number of popular restaurants you can visit. You can also sample some incredible wines from their local wine farms and enjoy a unique experience on the famous wine tram.

If you’re planning a getaway to Franschhoek, why not do a day excursion and experience the area in more depth.

At Mont d’Or Franschhoek, we believe that running a B&B is about more than just those two words, ‘bed’ and ‘breakfast’. It’s about making our guests feel at home. As a small boutique guesthouse, we try to create this homely feeling through personal attention and fresh, wholesome food – from the heart.