For the Love of Paarl

The Jewel of the Cape Winelands, Paarl brings the best together the very best of mountain views coupled with acres of lush green vineyards. Paarl and the surrounding areas provide visitors with a host of accommodation options, from 5 star luxury to" back to nature" camping and everything in between. The majestic Drakenstein mountain range forms a spectacular backdrop Paarl and the surrounding winelands is home to numerous lovely wineries, some of which also make homemade cheeses and liqueur brandy. Olive farms produce olive oil and various varieties of bottled olives and Paarl is filled with a variety of fantastic restaurants.

For the more active, there is an excellent paragliding launch site off Paarl Rock, which also offers excellent granite climbing and rambles. You could ride up the back of Paarl Mountain, do a wine tasting horse trail, or even trundle through the vineyards in a horse-drawn cart. In summer there are early morning hot air balloon flights. 
 

There is no shortage of things to do in the area. Days out for families are very popular. For the wine conesieur, a wine tasting tour is a most. Pick from well know wineries or try some of the smaller boutique wine farms.

               Nearby Locations

• Wellington 7.0km
• Fairview 9.8km
• Klapmuts 16.8km
• Bainskloof 21.7km
• Franschhoek 24.9km
• Stellenbosch 28.9km
• Hermon 30.4km
• Kraaifontein 32.7km
• Riebeek Kasteel 36.7km
• Brackenfell 37.7km