The Swellendam Wine Region is located in the greater Breede River Valley of South Africa – more or less half-way between Cape Town and the ever-popular Garden Route.

Swellendam nestles in the embrace of the Langeberg Mountains and the Breede River, located within 40 minutes’ drive from almost all the other 6 towns in the Greater Swellendam Area.

A visit to Swellendam can include a wine tour or hiking & mountain biking, fine dining or tasting the local Wildebraam Berry Liqueur.

You can travel back in time at the Drostdy, or meet Faeries at Saluna’s Sanctuary.

Day trips can include Proteas, Whales or milkshakes in the Klein Karoo.

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Swellendam is the third oldest town in South Africa, situated in the Western Cape Province approximately 220km from both Cape Town and George. 

So, if you are here for adventure or just to relax and enjoy the hospitality in this farming community, you are sure to understand why travelers from all around the world have ended up never leaving Swellendam.

The Wines of the Swellendam Wine Region.

Swellendam, in the Breede River Valley, is a small Wine of Origin (WO) district in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

At its center is the historic town of the same name founded in 1743.

The two wine-producing wards in the Swellendam district are Buffeljags and Stormsvlei.

Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are the main white grapes grown here, and Chenin Blanc wine is also produced. 

Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon are the prominent reds.

Sijnn Winery in Malgas is one operation which has diversified.

They have planted the Douro grape varieties Touriga Nacional and Tricadeira, plus Mourvèdre and Viognier from the Rhone.

The overall climate of the area can be classified as Mediterranean, with long summer days and mild winters.

However, the Langeberg mountain range has a more localized effect on vineyard growing conditions.

Swellendam wine district is located 218 kilometers (136 miles) from Cape Town – close enough for thousands of tourists to take a day trip.

There is an established wine route which visits Swellendam town, Bonnievale, Barrydale and Malgas.

A tour stops at around eight wine estate cellar doors or restaurants plus a brewery. (Source: https://www.wine-searcher.com/)

Things to do in the Swellendam Wine Region.

Swellendam offers a wide range of activities.

Activities include hiking in the Duiwelsbos, mountain biking, golfing, wine tasting, river cruising, visiting nature reserves and even going on a game drive.

Festivals and Events in the Swellendam Wine Region.

Swellendam offers a lot to locals and visitors alike.

• SA Cycling Championship
• Around the Pot 100 Miler
• Up the Creek Music Festival
• Barrydale in Bloom
• Wildebraam Berry Picking
• Art Meander
• Canola Festival

We look forward to host you in Swellendam in the near future.