Franschhoek Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Franschhoek

Franschhoek was founded by French Huguenot settlers (hence the name), who fled the Inquisition in Europe and were looking for a little hide-out on the other side of the world. They found it in the fertile valley of Franschhoek - which they called "Oliphantshoek", as the valley had a lot of elephants. Even though most people don't speak French, many of the street names, restaurant names and wine farms in the 'French Quarter' have French names.

Top Attractions in Franschhoek

Explore the best things to see and do in Franschhoek:

• ★Berg River Dam
• ★Chocolate tour at Huguenot Fine Chocolates
• ★Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve
• ★Huguenot Memorial and Museum
• ★The Franschhoek Motor Museum
• ★Winelands Experience

Where to Eat in Franschhoek

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Haute Cabrière
• 🍴La Petite Ferme
• 🍴Reuben's
• 🍴The French Connection Bistro
• 🍴The Tasting Room at Le Quartier Français

Where to Stay in Franschhoek

• 🏨Babylonstoren
• 🏨La Châtaigne Wines
• 🏨La Clé des Montagnes
• 🏨La Galinière Guest Cottages
• 🏨Le Ballon Rouge
• 🏨Le Quartier Français

Franschhoek Travel Guide Sections

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