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Explore South Africa's stunning French corner with top winery stops, farm-to-table dining, and unique pairings along the Franschhoek Wine Tram.

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Franschhoek Wine Tram - Official Site (Franschhoek Terminal)
Franschhoek

Franschhoek Wine Tram - Official Site (Franschhoek Terminal)

4.6(4176)·Attraction

A hop-on, hop-off network of charming double-decker trams and open-air buses that makes touring valley wineries seamless and fun.

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Babylonstoren Garden Spa
Simondium

Babylonstoren Garden Spa

4.1(151)·Massage & Spa

Arguably the most beautiful farm and vineyard in the valley, featuring sprawling gardens, a bakery, shops, and a luxury spa.

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Babylonstoren
Simondium

Babylonstoren

4.5(2130)·Winery · Food

A walk-in restaurant set entirely inside a glasshouse, serving fresh farm-to-fork breakfasts and lunches.

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Groot Drakenstein Games Club
Simondium

Groot Drakenstein Games Club

4.6(65)·Sports Club / Recreation

A convenient Franschhoek Wine Tram terminal located right near Babylonstoren with a small cafe and ticket desk.

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Boschendal Wine Estate Dam
Simondium

Boschendal Wine Estate Dam

4.6(40)·Park

One of the oldest wine farms in the Cape, offering affordable tastings under ancient oak trees and pre-booked garden picnics.

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Plaisir Wine Estate
Simondium

Plaisir Wine Estate

4.6(330)·Winery

A gorgeous estate with Cape Dutch architecture, known for artisanal nougat, fudge, and chocolate pairings with their wines.

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Vrede en Lust Wine Estate
Simondium

Vrede en Lust Wine Estate

4.5(1151)·Winery

Historic farm established in 1688 that features premium tastings against the dramatic backdrop of the Simonsberg mountains.

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Pigcasso
Franschhoek

Pigcasso

4.3(183)·Winery

A sanctuary and barn tasting room celebrated for its rescue farm animals and colorful artwork created by the late famous painting pig.

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Wine Estate - Franschhoek Pass Winery
Franschhoek

Wine Estate - Franschhoek Pass Winery

3.8(8)·Winery

A stylish estate on the Pink Line featuring tractor rides through the vineyards and a contemporary art gallery.

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Dieu Donné Vineyards Cellar & Tasting Room
Franschhoek

Dieu Donné Vineyards Cellar & Tasting Room

4.5(326)·Winery

Perched high on the hillside, this estate offers sweeping vistas over the Franschhoek valley alongside its restaurant and tastings.

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Chamonix Wine Farm
Franschhoek

Chamonix Wine Farm

4.1(291)·Winery

A small, intimate estate set against the mountain slopes that offers delicious wine and chocolate pairings.

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Rickety Bridge Estate
Franschhoek

Rickety Bridge Estate

4.3(255)·Winery

A convenient stop on the tram route offering wine tastings and casual dining with vineyard views.

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