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Franschhoek, Western Cape - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Franschhoek (Dutch (spelling before 1947): "French corner") is a small town in the Western Cape Province and one of the oldest towns of the Republic of South Africa. The Cape Dutch architecture in much of the village is unspoilt, with restrictions having been placed on the extent of renovations and new construction in order to preserve the spirit of the original settlers to the area. Franschhoek is notable for having some of the top restaurants in the country within its quiet borders. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Franschhoek   (415 words)

Huguenot - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Individual Huguenots settled at the Cape of Good Hope from as early as 1671 and an organized, large scale emigration of Huguenots to the Cape of Good Hope took place during 1688 and 1689. A large monument to commemorate the arrival of the Huguenots in South Africa was inaugurated on 7 April 1948 at Franschhoek. Many of the farms in the Western Cape province in South Africa still bear French names and there are many families, today mostly Afrikaans speaking, whose surnames bear witness to their French Huguenot ancestry. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Huguenots   (2483 words)

Cape Vineyard Guesthouse Franschhoek Guesthouse Welcome Cape Vineyard Guesthouse is highly recommended 3 star wine farm affordable accommodations with 360 degrees mountain views. Franschhoek is a unique and picturesque village and is a mere 5 minutes walk away where you can enjoy the many renown Restaurants, side walk café´s and coffee bars, Galleries, and a variety of interesting tourist shops. Cape Vineyard is a short distance from many of the valley wine estates where one can taste wines and arrange for cellar and vineyard tours. www.tourismcapetown.co.za /za/guide/108582sy,en,SCH1/objectId,ACC20637za,curr,ZAR,season,at2/home.html   (194 words)

Area / Franschhoek Driving into Franschhoek you will notice that most of the farms still bear their original French names and are usually complete with a spectacular Cape Dutch homestead, towering oaks and luscious vineyards. Franschhoek is well known for its excellent restaurants, top accommodation establishments, splendid mountains and openhearted hospitality. Franschhoek is home to a plethora of excellent guesthouses, country house hotels and bed and breakfast establishments as well as the more formal La Couronne hotel. www.pamgolding.co.za /areas/franschhoek/franschhoek.asp   (869 words)

Franschhoek Property Winelands Real Estate Western Cape Franschhoek is situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, a pleasant 45 minute drive outside Cape Town. Franschhoek is a vibrant, cosmopolitan town that attracts artists, tourists, retirees and affluent people from around the world. Franschhoek is served by an excellent infrastructure with recently upgraded roads, a fine private school, convenient shopping and medical facilities. www.seeff.com /western-cape/franschhoek.html   (251 words)

Franschhoek Given to fleeing Huguenots in 1688, it was found that the climate is very similar to that in France, the settlers planted vines and today these wines are consumed throughout the world. Franschhoek is often referred to as ``the gourmet capital of the Cape" and this title is justly deserved as it has some of the finest restaurants in the country. With meals ranging from French cuisine, to typical Cape cooking, to simple country fare, there is a menu for every taste and for every pocket. www.places.co.za /html/franschhoek.html   (455 words)

Scenic South Africa, Tourist travel visitor attractions guide to Franschhoek, Franschhoek was originally known as Olifants Hoek, after elephants took to calving in the sheltered valley which was plentiful in food and water, the French Huguenots renamed the valley upon their arrival. Franschhoek is the food and wine heartland of South Africa, with its breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, delicious cuisine and fine wines. Franschhoek is only 45 minutes drive from Cape Town, and is well worth a visit to sample the wonderful food and wine. www.exploresouthafrica.net /westerncape/franschhoek   (349 words)

Franschhoek Accommodation / Accommodation in Franschhoek, Western Cape Situated in the Franschhoek Valley, 9 km from town. Restored Victorian homestead in the centre of Franschhoek. The seventeen suites are decorated in the modern Cape Provençal style, individually furnished with brightly coloured fabrics, deep-down designer duvets and king-size beds wrapped in Egyptian linen. www.places.co.za /cgib/accommodation/accinfo?city=Franschhoek&whr=20   (271 words)

Franschhoek Conference Venues | Franschhoek, Western Cape Conference and Banqueting Venues Franschhoek Conference Venues: South Africa's conference venues are of a high standard, with custom built venues designed to international specifications in major centres. FRANSCHHOEK COUNTRY HOUSE: Franschhoek Conferences - Set in the picturesque wine-producing valley of Franschhoek, the Franschhoek Country House also caters for small executive conferences. LE FRANSCHHOEK: Franschhoek Conferences - Le Franschhoek is one of the most romantic Cape winelands getaways in its class. www.sa-venues.com /westerncape/conferences/franschhoek.php   (316 words)

Western Cape travel guide - Wikitravel Western Cape is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Africa and offers a broad range of attractions. Cape Town's international airport is the countries second largest after Johannesburg. The Western Cape is easily accessible from the rest of the country by car. wikitravel.org /en/Western_Cape   (636 words)

Cape Town (South Africa) The old flag of the City of Cape Town had a blue field in the centre of which was the municipal arms. The new flag for the Cape Metropolitan Council was adopted in 1996. I don't yet have an image of the flag used by Cape Town in that period, but it was principally blue, and if I recall correctly it had a shield of the arms offset to the hoist. www.fotw.net /FLAGS/za-wc-ct.html   (1274 words)

L'Auberge Chanteclair Guest House, Franschhoek Accommodation, Cape Town Franschhoek accommodation at the guest house L'Auberge Chanteclair nestles in the Franschhoek valley with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains and valley. Franschhoek is ideally situated for all of the Western Cape wine routes and is just under the hour from the centre of Cape Town. A true welcome is guaranteed at this Franschhoek guest house, recognized as one of the leading Franschhoek accommodation establishments. capetownwebcam.com /guest_houses/lauberge_chanteclair   (266 words)

Franschhoek Self Catering Accommodation Winelands, LA MICHELLE Franschhoek Winelands Western Cape South Africa Franschhoek, a small rural village, is situated ±78km from Cape Town. Franschhoek architectural styles date back to the 17th and 18th centuries and include many Cape Dutch, Cape Cottage and Victorian style homes. Your visit to Franschhoek would not be complete without a walk down the main road and a visit to the local Huguenot Museum. www.wheretostay.co.za /lamichelle   (291 words)

Accommodation in Franschhoek in the Western Cape Winelands of South Africa Accommodation in Franschhoek in the Western Cape Winelands of South Africa Accommodation in Franschhoek - Accommodation in Western Cape - Accommodation in South Africa Hotel Huguenot is situated in the centre of charming Franschhoek, a village with one of the richest cultural, and historic heritages in the Cape winelands... www.sa-accommodation-finder.com /wc_franschhoek.htm   (991 words)

Western Cape - Franschhoek - Basse Provence Guest House The Cape Dutch Manor House is available to you as an entire unit for your exclusive use or rooms can be booked individually. The house has three bedrooms, two en-suite open plan bathrooms and a third bathroom all of which are on the upper floor with breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains. Franschhoek Village - Gastronomical capital of the Western Cape home.intekom.com /rcjm/south-africa/accommodation/guest-house/basse-provence-guest-house.htm   (994 words)

Franschhoek Guest House Accommodation Winelands, PLUMWOOD INN Franschhoek Winelands Western Cape South Africa Franschhoek Guest House Accommodation Winelands, PLUMWOOD INN Franschhoek Winelands Western Cape South Africa Situated on the quiet outskirts of Franschhoek, Plumwood Inn overlooks plum trees and dramatic mountains. Plumwood Inn is within easy walking distance of the main street in Franschhoek with its delightful arts and craft shops, fine restaurants and is perfectly situated for exploring the various wine farms as well as golf courses, fly fishing and horse riding. www.wheretostay.co.za /plumwoodinn   (347 words)

Western Cape Winelands - Franschhoek The Cape Winelands is an adventure in itself. This restored manor house and former perfumery dating back to 1890, is situated on the outskirts of the village and is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the majestic Huguenot mountains. Cape Dutch architecture, gentle walks in the valley and visits to the historic monuments representing the area’s European heritage, are all popular pastimes. www.gapwork.co.za /winelands.html   (273 words)

Franschhoek Belgium Development Trust To support the attainment of this vision, Franschhoek, through the generosity of the Belgian Government, has been granted the services of 12 Belgian teachers, per annum for the next 3 years, who will instruct the 3006 children of the Valley in life skills subjects which are not included in the South African schools curriculum. These young teachers have already arrived in the village and are fired with enthusiasm for their mission but frustrated and handicapped in their efforts by the inadequate buildings (see picture) and lack of equipment. In pursuit of the mission to enrich the lives of the more than 3000 disadvantaged children of Franschhoek it is essential that full advantage is taken of the 3 year secondment by the Belgian government of 12 teachers to the 6 schools of the Valley. home.intekom.com /alkahest/fdf   (322 words)

Whale Cottage Franschhoek - Bed and Breakfast in Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, Cape Peninsula, Western Cape, South Africa Whale Cottage Franschhoek is a beautiful Country House set in a colourful country garden, with its own babbling brook. Franschhoek has become world-renowned for its excellent cuisine, and has become South Africa’s gastronomic capital, in having many top restaurants, including Reubens, Le Petite Ferme and Le Quartier Francais, rated as South Africa’s top restaurant, and one of the Top 50 restaurants in the world. Franschhoek is in the Winelands, about 100 km from Cape Town, and offers a wide range of activities, including shopping, arts and crafts, walking and hiking in the flora of the region, boules, paragliding, bowls, horse riding, tennis, fly and trout fishing, cycling, golf, wellness and tasting wines from Franschhoek and the nearby Stellenbosch. www.safarinow.com /go/whalecottagefranschhoek   (614 words)

Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands near Cape Town - South Africa Franschhoek, meaning French Corner, was founded in 1688 by the Huguenots; French Calvinist protestants who fled prosecution in France for their religious convictions. The Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek is a reminder of these immigrants. Due to the tourism-induced emphasis on specialities, Franschhoek has nowadays more French flair than ever, especially along the Main Road which is lined with chic street cafés, French restaurants, bistros, boutiques and galleries. www.southafrica-travel.net /westcape/cawi_04.htm   (252 words)

Go Single Travel - Franschhoek Inn - Single Accommodation Special   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03) The Franschhoek Inn overlooks the majestic mountains and famous vineyards of the historical village of Franschhoek, some 80 km to the east of Cape Town. The Inn's slogan - The pride of Franschhoek - comes from the exquisite and rare creamy pink flowers of the same name, which are only found in the Franschhoek mountains. The Franschhoek Inn is a full-service hotel with an outstanding restaurant, well-stocked vinotique, good conference facilities for up to 60 people, tasteful accommodation, a lovely open-air terrace and inviting swimming pool. www.singletravel.co.za /franschhoek_inn.html   (356 words)

le ranschhoek hotel, franschhoek hotel Le Franschhoek follows the architectural style of the Cape Winelands, and translates this style into the various accommodations of the property. Le Franschhoek follows the architectural style of the Cape Winelands, and translates this style into the various accommodations. After your morning’s hike or a game of tennis, a horse-ride or a swim, you may wish to head for the Camelot Spa, bathed as it is in the valley’s mystical light, where complete serenity and restoration awaits, in a tranquillity inspired by the mountain amphitheatre which surrounds it all. www.uyaphi.com /Acc/wc/le-franschhoek-hotel.htm   (470 words)

Franschhoek Lusthof is in the heart of the wine growing area of the Western Cape. Often referred to as the food mecca of the Western Cape, Franschhoek has a wide variety of restaurtants catering for a variety of tastes and budgets. Cape Town's Waterfront is less than an hour away. www.icon.co.za /~lusthof/things_to_do.htm   (309 words)

FRANSCHHOEK Accommodation Winelands | Franschhoek Western Cape South Africa Franschhoek Country House is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and majestic mountains. Franschhoek Inn’s unique ambiance is evident in the thirty stylish bedrooms, which offer luxurious comforts and cater for every convenience. Whale Cottage Franschhoek * * * * - Franschhoek www.capestay.co.za /suburb-accommodation.asp?SuburbID=66   (655 words)

THREE CITIES GROUP - Africa's Exceptional Hospitality Group   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03) It's not surprising that the area is known as the "Wine and Food capital of the Cape". Franschhoek is the most beautiful wine valley in the world. Franschhoek's French heritage of more than 300 years is evident in the wine and food tradition. www.threecities.co.za /area.cfm?Area=22   (315 words)

ReaLou (Franschhoek) - The Pinot Noir Suite is located on Cabriere street which is in the heart of Franschhoek Village, and around the corner from the areas famous restaurants. The Harley Suite is on Cabriere street which is in the heart of Franschhoek Village and around the corner from the areas famous restaurants. The Merlot Honeymoon Suite is on van Wijk Street side which is in the heart of Franschhoek Village and around the corner from the areas famous restaurants This suite has a spacious bedroom, with a luxurious Queen size double sleigh wooden bed. www.southafrica-accommodation.com /9625.htm   (803 words)

Western Cape - Franschhoek - La Couranne Hotel Today, the French influence in Franschhoek valley is still strong. It can be seen in the picturesque architecture of the small village, and tasted in the area’s wonderful cuisine and wines, the settlers’ greatest legacy. On the hills overlooking Franschhoek valley is La Couronne, French for ‘the crown’, a luxury hotel with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valley. www.rcjm.co.za /south-africa/accommodation/hotels/la-couronne.htm   (173 words)

Franschhoek Country House - Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa Franschhoek Country House - Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa Franschhoek Country House is a luxury Guest House situated in the Cape Winelands of South Africa. Set in the picturesque wine-producing valley of Franschhoek is this small luxury hotel, offering luxury and indulgence to discerning travellers. www.bookeasysa.com /franschhoek_country_house_lodging.html   (141 words)

Franschhoek Self Catering Accommodation | Franschhoek, Western Cape Self Catering Accommodation AUZET DU CAP: Franschhoek Self Catering - A stunning three-bedroom villa accommodating up to six guests located in a quiet corner of the village of Franschhoek. BO LA MOTTE FARM: Franschhoek Self Catering - Only ten minutes walk from Franschhoek village, the gourmet centre of South Africa, Bo La Motte Wine Farm has four beautifully furnished self-catering cottages, all in their own unique settings around the farm... MERLOT COTTAGE: Franschhoek Self Catering - Merlot Cottage is a charming 3-bedroom holiday house in the picturesque village of Franschhoek, the Gourmet capital of the Cape. www.sa-venues.com /westerncape/selfcatering/franschhoek.php   (400 words)

q online - TRAVEL: Franschhoek, Western Cape Province, South Africa - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03) A small rural village situated only 80km from central Cape Town, in the heart of the Cape Win elands, it was the place where the seventeenth century French Huguenot immigrants settled, bringing with them their wine making expertise. It boasts 26 local restaurants, 20 wine estates and 350 beds in guest houses and hotels, and with architectural styles dating back to the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, the place is exquisite, which is probably why there are quite a few gay and lesbian establishments. Main Street; PO Box 578, Franschhoek 7690; Tel 021 876-4323; Fax 021 876-3663; Email tracks@mweb.co.za Café la Gare is situated in the wine district. www.q.co.za /directory/franschoek.htm   (314 words)

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